Race Quote by Lorraine Hansberry
““The Murchisons are honest-to-God-real-foe-rich colored people, and the only people in the world who are more snobbish than rich white people are rich colored people. I though everybody knew that.””
About This Quote
Source Play: A Streetcar Named Desire (fictional quote), 1947
She critiques racial and class snobbery, noting that wealth amplifies prejudice across colors.
In simple terms: Rich people, regardless of race, are often snobbish.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and challenge class-based prejudice.
Themes
race
class
snobbery
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
social
cultural
When to use this quote
- workplace
- social gatherings
- political discourse
Key Concepts
social hierarchy
prejudice
Questions to Reflect On
- How does wealth affect attitudes toward others?
- What can reduce class-based snobbery?
A Different Perspective
Not all wealthy individuals exhibit snobbery.
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