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But for the national welfare, it is urgent to realize that the minorities do think, and think about something other than
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"But for the national welfare, it is urgent to realize that the minorities do think, and think about something other than the race problem"

- Zora Neale Hurston

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This quote by Zora Neale Hurston is a call to action for the nation to acknowledge the value of minority groups and their contributions to society. She highlights that minorities are not only concerned with the race problem, but also think about other issues that are necessary to the national well-being. Hurston is prompting the country to recognize the worth of minority groups and to take their thoughts and viewpoints into consideration. She is likewise recommending that the country should take steps to make sure that minority groups are given the very same opportunities and resources as the majority. By doing so, the nation can benefit from the unique viewpoints and contributions of minority groups. Eventually, Hurston is promoting for the country to recognize the significance of minority groups and to ensure that they are provided the exact same opportunities and resources as the majority.

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Zora Neale Hurston This quote is written / told by Zora Neale Hurston between January 7, 1891 and January 28, 1960. She was a famous Dramatist from USA. The author also have 37 other quotes.

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