"The older I grow the more I see the influence of my family on my life. I didn't always see it. It was up to our parents to see that we had our education in a town that hadn't yet realized what racial prejudice was but actually knew and practiced it on occasion"

This quote by Katherine Dunham speaks with the power of household and the impact it can have on our lives. It is clear that she has actually concerned understand the significance of her family in her life, even though she may not have actually seen it at first. She likewise acknowledges the reality of racial bias, even in a town that might not have been aware of it. This quote speaks to the value of family and the need to recognize and attend to racism in our society. It is a suggestion that we must know the impact our households have on our lives and the requirement to be mindful of the racism that exists in our communities. It is an effective suggestion that we must strive to create a more equitable and just society for all.