"I can't sit back and swallow stuff. I live in a time and place, and in a country on earth where you're not supposed to swallow it. People just gave up"

This quote by Gary Coleman speaks to the value of standing up for what is ideal and not just accepting what is presented to us. He is suggesting that in the present time and location, it is not appropriate to simply accept what is presented to us without concern. He is indicating that people have ended up being complacent and have actually given up on challenging the status quo. This quote is a call to action, encouraging people to take a stand and not simply accept what exists to them. It is a reminder that we have the power to make a difference which we must not be afraid to use our voices to challenge the status quo. It is a reminder that we should not be afraid to speak out and challenge the injustices that we see worldwide.