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“The hate directed against the colored people here in St. Louis has always given me a sad feeling... How can you expect the world to believe in you and respect your preaching of democracy when you yourself treat your colored brothers as you do?” quote by Josephine Baker
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“The hate directed against the colored people here in St. Louis has always given me a sad feeling... How can you expect the world to believe in you and respect your preaching of democracy when you yourself treat your colored brothers as you do?”

Josephine Baker

About This Quote

Source Speech: Civil Rights Rally, St. Louis, 1946

Hypocrisy in treating others unfairly undermines democratic ideals.

In simple terms: Treating others poorly hurts democracy.

Key Takeaway

Practice equality in words and actions.

Themes

equality democracy hypocrisy

Mood

determined concerned

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • workplace
  • public policy
  • education

Key Concepts

civil rights morality social justice

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you model true respect?
  • What steps can you take to fight hypocrisy?
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