Answers Quote by Langston Hughes
“I will not take 'but' for an answer. Negroes have been looking at democracy's 'but' too long.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Civil Rights Rally, 1963
Refuses to accept half‑measures in democracy; calls out persistent obstacles.
In simple terms: Reject partial solutions in democracy.
Demand full equality and justice.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- voting rights activism
- policy advocacy
- community organizing
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What “but” still blocks true democracy?
- How can you confront it?
May overlook progress already made.