Only those who hate the Negro see hatred in the Negro.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Hatred toward a group often reflects the observer's own bias rather than the group's actions.
- In plain terms
- People who hate see hatred where there is none.
- What can you take from it?
- Blame your own feelings, not the other person.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Where does your fear come from?
- Who benefits from this hatred?
Another view
The quote assumes the observer is the only source of hatred.
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