At times some of our leaders send messages that people of one single race are important and they matter only. It undermines the very fabric of our society and hurts feelings and creates a feeling of not belonging for some people.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Leadership that favors one race harms social cohesion and creates exclusion.
- In plain terms
- When leaders say one race matters more, it hurts society and makes people feel excluded.
- What can you take from it?
- Avoid racial favoritism to keep society united.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What messages do our leaders send about who belongs?
Another view
Excluding groups is often intentional rather than accidental.
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