Communication Quote by Rex Harrison
“A woman who utters such disgusting and depressing noise has no right to be anywhere, no right to live. Remember that you are a human being with a soul and the divine gift of articulate speech, that your native language is the language of Shakespeare and Milton and The Bible. Don't sit there crooning like a bilious pigeon.”
About This Quote
Source Film: The Great Orator, 1954
Disparaging speech dehumanizes speakers; respecting language honors humanity and shared dignity.
In simple terms: Respect speech, respect people.
Uphold respectful dialogue.
Themes
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Type
When to use this quote
- public speaking
- media commentary
- educational settings
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When does speech become harmful?
- How can we protect dignity without stifling expression?
Free speech can clash with harmful rhetoric.