Attitude Quote by Nannie Helen Burroughs
“Anything that is as old as racism is in the blood line of the nation. It's not any superficial thing-that attitude is in the blood and we have to educate about it.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Address on Racial Injustice, 1930s, null
Racism is a deep‑seated, inherited trait within a nation, requiring deliberate education to eradicate.
In simple terms: Racism is ingrained and must be taught out.
Key Takeaway
Education must target systemic bias.
Themes
racism
history
education
social justice
Mood
determined
hopeful
urgent
Type
political
motivational
When to use this quote
- schools
- community workshops
- policy reform
- media campaigns
Key Concepts
systemic oppression
cultural transmission
intergenerational trauma
Questions to Reflect On
- What methods best confront inherited prejudice?
- How can institutions support anti‑racist education?
A Different Perspective
Education alone may not change entrenched attitudes without structural change.
