Quote by Henry Louis Gates

People are afraid, and when people are afraid, when their pie is shrinking, they look for somebody to hate. They look for somebody to blame. And a real leader speaks to anxiety and to fear and allays those fears, assuages anxiety.

People are afraid, and when people are afraid, when their pi

Summary

This quote emphasizes the tendency of individuals to seek someone to blame or hate during times of fear and uncertainty. It suggests that a true leader understands this human behavior and addresses the anxieties and fears of the people in order to alleviate them. Instead of fueling hatred or blame, a real leader works towards alleviating anxiety and fear by offering reassurance and understanding. This quote highlights the importance of leadership in responding to people's fears and concerns during difficult times.

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