"I often wonder whether Negroes like myself who are pretty well known help out at all in breaking down barriers"
- Nat King Cole
About this Quote
This quote by Nat King Cole assesses the function of prominent African Americans in breaking down racial barriers. He wonders if his own fame and success has actually had any influence on the fight for racial equality. He is questioning whether his own accomplishments have actually made any distinction in the struggle for civil liberties. He is likewise expressing his own feelings of duty to utilize his platform to assist bring about change. This quote talks to the power of people to make a difference in the defend justice and equality. It also talks to the importance of recognizing the contributions of African Americans in the defend civil liberties. Nat King Cole's words are a suggestion of the power of people to make a difference in the fight for justice and equality.
This quote is written / told by Nat King Cole between March 17, 1919 and February 15, 1965. He/she was a famous Musician from USA.
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