I think Quote by Lynn Nottage
“Once working people discover that, collectively, we have more power than we do as individual silos, then we become an incredibly powerful force. But I think that there are powers that be that are invested in us remaining divided along racial lines, along economic lines.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview, Lynn Nottage, 2015
Collective unity gives people greater influence than isolated groups, but systemic forces keep divisions along race and class.
In simple terms: Unity is powerful; division weakens.
Key Takeaway
Build solidarity across differences.
Themes
unity
power
division
race
economics
Mood
determined
hopeful
Type
activist
inspirational
When to use this quote
- community organizing
- policy advocacy
- cross‑cultural dialogue
- labor movements
Key Concepts
social cohesion
systemic oppression
collective action
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we dismantle structures that profit from division?
- What steps foster genuine cross‑group solidarity?
A Different Perspective
Divisions are reinforced by entrenched interests that profit from conflict.
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