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Animosity Quote by Jomo Kenyatta

“Where there has been racial hatred, it must be ended. Where there has been tribal animosity, it will be finished. Let us not dwell upon the bitterness of the past. I would rather look to the future, to the good new Kenya, not to the bad old days. If we can create this sense of national direction…” quote by Jomo Kenyatta
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“Where there has been racial hatred, it must be ended. Where there has been tribal animosity, it will be finished. Let us not dwell upon the bitterness of the past. I would rather look to the future, to the good new Kenya, not to the bad old days. If we can create this sense of national direction and identity, we shall have gone a long way to solving our economic problems.”

Jomo Kenyatta

About This Quote

Calls for transcending racial and tribal divisions to forge a unified national identity as a foundation for economic progress.

In simple terms: Promote unity over past grievances.

Key Takeaway

National cohesion drives development.

Themes

unity postcolonial nation-building economic development identity formation reconciliation future orientation

Mood

hopeful determined optimistic

Type

political visionary motivational

When to use this quote

  • political discourse on nationhood
  • policy planning for social integration
  • education curricula on unity
  • media commentary on postcolonial challenges

Key Concepts

national identity social cohesion economic policy historical memory

Practical Applications

  • designing inclusive economic programs
  • crafting reconciliation initiatives

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can a shared national narrative reduce economic inequality?
  • What risks arise when past grievances are ignored?
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