Mouths Quote by Jesse Jackson
“We went across the South on Super Tuesday without a single catcall or boo, without a single ugly sign. Not until we got to New York and the North did the litmus test of race and religion spout from the mouths of public officials.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: 1996 Democratic National Convention, 1996
Regional attitudes toward race and religion shift dramatically, revealing deep societal divides.
In simple terms: Attitudes vary by region.
Recognize and address regional biases.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- political campaigns
- community dialogue
- policy making
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What causes regional bias?
- How can leaders bridge these divides?
Regional tensions can be heightened by political rhetoric.