"I feel that there has been progress made since I was a boy on matters of race, but we have a long way to go"
- Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
About this Quote
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar's quote speaks with the progress that has been made in terms of race relations because he was a kid. He acknowledges that there has been development, but also recognizes that there is still a long way to go. This quote speaks with the reality that while there has actually been progress, there is still much work to be done in order to attain true equality. It is a pointer that we need to continue to strive for a much better future, which we should not end up being contented in our efforts. Abdul-Jabbar's quote is a call to action, urging us to continue to defend a more fair society. It is a suggestion that we must continue to interact to develop a world where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.
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