"Although lynchings have steadily increased in number and barbarity during the last twenty years, there has been no single effort put forth by the many moral and philanthropic forces of the country to put a stop to this wholesale slaughter"

This quote by Ida B. Wells highlights the lack of action taken by the ethical and humanitarian forces of the nation to resolve the increasing number and brutality of lynchings over the past 20 years. Wells is expressing her disappointment and frustration that regardless of the dreadful nature of lynchings, no significant action has been taken to put an end to them. This quote serves as a call to action for those with the power to make a difference to take a stand against the oppression of lynchings. It is a suggestion that the ethical and philanthropic forces of the nation have a responsibility to safeguard the lives of those who are being targeted by lynchings and to make sure that justice is served.