Done Quote by Kwame Anthony Appiah
“Unless you have the power to stop the government of Iran beheading teenagers for homosexual acts, there's not much to be done except deplore it unless you are willing to converse with people about why they thinking this is okay.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public commentary on human rights, 2020
The quote urges action against oppressive policies, emphasizing dialogue over passive lamentation.
In simple terms: Act, not just lament; engage in conversation about injustice.
Speak out and discuss, not just deplore.
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Type
When to use this quote
- advocacy meetings
- policy debates
- community education
- online forums
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you start a constructive conversation on this issue?
- What risks do you face when confronting such policies?
Changing deep‑seated beliefs is difficult and may meet resistance.