"Why is it that, as a culture, we are more comfortable seeing two men holding guns than holding hands?"
- Ernest Gaines
About this Quote
This quote by Ernest Gaines speaks with the idea that our culture is more accepting of violence than it is of love and affection. It suggests that we are more comfortable with the idea of two males holding guns than we are with them holding hands. This might be because of the long-standing stigma around homosexuality, or since of the glorification of violence in our society. It could likewise be since of the concept that guys must be tough and disappoint feeling. Whatever the reason, this quote speaks to the idea that our culture has a long way to go in regards to accepting and celebrating love and affection in between all people, regardless of gender. It is a tip that we must aim to develop a culture that is more accepting of love and love, and less accepting of violence.
This quote is written / told by Ernest Gaines somewhere between January 15, 1933 and today. He/she was a famous Writer from USA.
The author also have 5 other quotes.
"We have our own history, our own language, our own culture. But our destiny is also tied up with the destinies of other people - history has made us all South Africans"
"Of course as children, we all, in all cultures and societies, learn behavior from observation, imitation, and encouragement of various kinds. So by the suggestion made, we all 'pretend' most of the time"
"Without culture, and the relative freedom it implies, society, even when perfect, is but a jungle. This is why any authentic creation is a gift to the future"
