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If black people mistrust white people, they are mistrusting racism, and that is appropriate
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"If black people mistrust white people, they are mistrusting racism, and that is appropriate"

- Jasmine Guy

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This quote by Jasmine Guy speaks with the reality of bigotry in our society. It acknowledges that black individuals have a right to mistrust white people, as they have actually been the target of racism for centuries. The quote indicates that mistrusting bigotry is a proper reaction to the systemic bigotry that has been perpetuated by white people. It likewise indicates that white people must take duty for the bigotry that exists in our society and work to dismantle it. This quote is a pointer that bigotry is still a significant issue in our society and that it is very important to recognize and address it. It is likewise a tip that black individuals have a right to skepticism white individuals, as they have been the target of racism for so long.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Jasmine Guy somewhere between March 10, 1964 and today. She was a famous Actress from USA. The author also have 28 other quotes.

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