"The policemen or soldiers are only a gun in the establishments hand. They make the racist secure in his racism"
- Huey Newton
About this Quote
In this quote, Huey Newton is highlighting the role of police and military personnel in perpetuating racism. He argues that these individuals are merely tools of the establishment, utilized to preserve the status quo and support systems of injustice. By enforcing laws and performing orders, they supply a complacency to those who hold racist beliefs. This enables the racist to feel justified in their actions and beliefs, as they are backed by the power and authority of the state. Newton's words work as a reminder that those in positions of power have a responsibility to challenge and take apart systems of racism, instead of blindly following orders.
This quote is written / told by Huey Newton between February 17, 1942 and August 22, 1989. He/she was a famous Activist from USA.
The author also have 16 other quotes.
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