Quote by Hubert Humphrey

Fortunately, the time has long passed when people liked to regard the United States as some kind of melting pot, taking men and women from every part of the world and converting them into standardized, homogenized Americans. We are, I think, much more mature and wise today. Just as we welcome a world of diversity, so we glory in an America of diversity -- an America all the richer for the many different and distinctive strands of which it is woven.

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Summary

This quote emphasizes a shift in perspective towards diversity in the United States. It suggests that the outdated notion of assimilating all individuals into a homogenized American identity no longer holds true. The quote celebrates the existing and growing diversity in the country, viewing it as a valuable asset. It suggests that it is more mature and wise to appreciate and embrace the unique characteristics and contributions of people from various backgrounds, as they collectively enrich the fabric of American society.

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Multiculturalism

By Hubert Humphrey

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