Quote by Henry Louis Gates

The sad truth is that the civil rights movement cannot be reborn until we identify the causes of black suffering, some of them self-inflicted. Why can't black leaders organize rallies around responsible sexuality, birth within marriage, parents reading to their children and students staying in school and doing homework?

The sad truth is that the civil rights movement cannot be re

Summary

This quote suggests that in order for a new civil rights movement to emerge, it is necessary to acknowledge the underlying causes of suffering within the black community, including some self-inflicted factors. The quote also suggests that organizing rallies or campaigns around promoting responsible sexuality, encouraging marriage before having children, fostering parental involvement in education, and emphasizing the importance of staying in school and completing assignments could be essential for addressing these causes and achieving progress. It hints at the need for introspection and collective action within the black community to effectively combat challenges and ensure a brighter future.

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By Henry Louis Gates

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