Quote by Susan Sontag

I do not think white America is committed to granting equality to the American Negro... this is a passionately racist country; it will continue to be so in the foreseeable future.

I do not think white America is committed to granting equali

Summary

This quote expresses the belief that the United States, particularly its white population, lacks a genuine commitment to achieving equality for African Americans. The quote suggests that racism is deeply ingrained in American society and will persist for the foreseeable future. The statement highlights a pessimistic outlook, asserting that the country's racial biases and discriminatory attitudes will continue to prevail despite efforts towards progress and change.

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Racism

By Susan Sontag

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