Quote by Frederick Douglass

Those who profess to favor freedom, and yet depreciate agitation, are men who want crops without plowing up the ground.

Those who profess to favor freedom, and yet depreciate agita

Summary

This quote, commonly attributed to American abolitionist and social reformer Frederick Douglass, highlights the hypocrisy of individuals who claim to support freedom but shy away from advocating for change or stirring up necessary discussions and action. It compares these people to farmers who desire a bountiful harvest without the effort of preparing and tilling the soil. Douglass implies that embracing freedom requires challenging the status quo and actively engaging in social and political agitation and discourse.

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Freedom

By Frederick Douglass

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