Quote by Miriam Makeba

I look at an ant and I see myself: a native South African, endowed by nature with a strength much greater than my size so I might cope with the weight of a racism that crushes my spirit.


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Summary

In this quote, the speaker draws a parallel between themselves and an ant. Being a native South African, they find similarities between their own resilience and the ant's ability to carry heavy loads despite its small size. The strength referenced here is not only physical but also symbolizes the ability to endure and overcome the oppressive weight of racism that weighs down their spirit. This comparison underscores the speaker's determination to face and challenge the discrimination they encounter in their society.

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Nature
By Miriam Makeba
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