When a man or woman, young, or old, takes a place on the picket line for even a day or two, he will never be the same again. He has confirmed his own humanity. Through non-violence, he has confirmed the humanity of others.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Picketing confirms a person's humanity and affirms the humanity of others through non-violence.
- In plain terms
- Standing on a picket line shows respect for yourself and others.
- What can you take from it?
- Use non-violent action to affirm human dignity.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How does action reflect humanity?
- What does dignity require?
Another view
Not everyone agrees with non-violence as a tactic.
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