Claws Quote by Salman Rushdie
“History could claw upward as well as down. The powerful could be deafened by the cries of the poor.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The New Yorker, Salman Rushdie, 2014
Powerful voices often ignore the poor, while history can rise or fall based on who is heard.
In simple terms: History moves up and down; the poor are ignored.
Key Takeaway
Listen to marginalized voices.
Themes
social justice
history
power dynamics
Mood
concerned
hopeful
Type
critical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- activism
- policy making
- community organizing
Key Concepts
political science
media studies
inequality
Questions to Reflect On
- What mechanisms amplify the poor’s cries?
- How can power be held accountable?
A Different Perspective
Ignoring the poor can destabilize societies.
