Quote by Martin Luther King Jr.

Oppressed people cannot remain oppressed forever.

Oppressed people cannot remain oppressed forever.

Summary

This quote suggests that the state of oppression is not sustainable in the long run. It implies that there is a natural limit to how long people can be subjugated and that the desire for freedom and justice inevitably emerges among the oppressed. It acknowledges the inherent resilience and capacity within individuals and communities to resist and overcome oppressive systems. Ultimately, this quote offers hope by asserting that oppression will eventually be challenged and overturned.

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Freedom People Rights Oppression

By Martin Luther King Jr.

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