Famous quote by Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

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I feel that there has been progress made since I was a boy on matters of race, but we have a long way to go
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"I feel that there has been progress made since I was a boy on matters of race, but we have a long way to go"

- Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

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Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's quote speaks with the progress that has been made in terms of race relations because he was a kid. He acknowledges that there has been development, but also recognizes that there is still a long way to go. This quote speaks with the reality that while there has actually been progress, there is still much work to be done in order to attain true equality. It is a pointer that we need to continue to strive for a much better future, which we should not end up being contented in our efforts. Abdul-Jabbar's quote is a call to action, urging us to continue to defend a more fair society. It is a suggestion that we must continue to interact to develop a world where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Kareem Abdul-Jabbar somewhere between April 16, 1947 and today. He/she was a famous Athlete from USA. The author also have 41 other quotes.

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