Quote by Shirley Chisholm
We Americans have the chance to become someday a nation in which all radical stocks and classes can exist in their own selfhoods, but meet on a basis of respect and equality and live together, socially, economically, and politically. We can become a dynamic equilibrium, a harmony of many different elements, in which the whole will be greater than all its parts and greater than any society the world has seen before. It can still happen.
Summary
The quote suggests that America has the potential to become a nation where diverse groups and classes can coexist while maintaining their individual identities. It emphasizes the importance of mutual respect, equality, and living together harmoniously in social, economic, and political spheres. The message encourages Americans to strive for a dynamic equilibrium, combining different elements in a way that surpasses previous societies, symbolizing a hopeful belief in the country's ability to achieve unity despite its differences. This quote expresses optimism for America's future and highlights the possibility of creating an extraordinary society.