I think awards in this country at this time are inappropriate to be received or given until the condition of the American Indian is drastically altered. If we are not our brother's keeper, at least let us not be his executioner.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Awards should not be given until conditions for American Indians improve, as accepting them while ignoring suffering makes one complicit.
- In plain terms
- Do not take awards until American Indians are treated better.
- What can you take from it?
- Reject honors when systemic injustice remains unaddressed.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When is it right to refuse recognition?
- How do you weigh art against justice?
Another view
Some may argue art and politics should remain separate.
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