Quote by Denzel Washington
I'm very proud to be black, but black is not all I am. That's my cultural historical background, my genetic makeup, but it's not all of who I am nor is it the basis from which I answer every question.
Summary
This quote emphasizes the speaker's pride in their Black identity but asserts that it does not solely define their identity. While acknowledging their cultural and genetic background, the quote emphasizes that being Black does not determine their entirety or dictate their responses to various issues. It communicates the speaker's acknowledgement of their multi-dimensionality and refusal to be confined by stereotypes or limited perceptions based on their race.