“Whence all this passion toward conformity anyway? – diversity is the word. Let man keep his many parts and you'll have no tyrant states . Why, if they follow this conformity business they'll end up by forcing me, an invisible man, to become white, which is not a color but the lack of one. Must I strive toward colorlessness? But seriously, and without snobbery, think of what the world would lose if that should happen. America is woven of many strands. I would recognize them and let it so remain.”
Quote by Ralph Ellison
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Ralph Ellison
Ralph Ellison was an American novelist born on March 1, 1913, and died on April 16, 1994. His works are known for their profound social commentary and literary skill, with his most famous novel being 'Invisible Man,' which explores themes of race, identity, and power. more
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