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“We shouldn't be seeking the respect of an unjust system that will not respect us on the basis of our humanity alone.”

Humanity Respect Unjust System

Book:Invisible Man, Got the Whole World Watching: A Young Black Man's Education

Source: Invisible Man, Got the Whole World Watching: A Young Black Man's Education

“And the more the image of black men is connected to everything wrong with the world, the easier it is to justify killing us. Racism comes to be seen as a natural reaction to the existence of black monsters.”

Racism Racism And Culture

Book:Invisible Man, Got the Whole World Watching: A Young Black Man's Education

Source: Invisible Man, Got the Whole World Watching: A Young Black Man's Education

“One of the more pernicious effects of racism on the psyche is the constant questioning of one’s worth and purpose.”

Racism Racism And Culture

Book:Invisible Man, Got the Whole World Watching: A Young Black Man's Education

Source: Invisible Man, Got the Whole World Watching: A Young Black Man's Education