Quote by Jack Henry Abbott

The other inmates stand in a long straight line, flanked by guards, and I am dragged past them. I do not respect them, because they will not run - will not try to escape.

The other inmates stand in a long straight line, flanked by

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In this quote, the speaker is being transported alongside other inmates who are lined up and watched over by guards. The speaker exhibits a lack of respect towards the other inmates because they choose not to resist or attempt to flee. The quote could imply that the speaker sees those who accept their circumstances as weak or lacking the will to fight for freedom.

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Respect

By Jack Henry Abbott

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