Quotation
Quote by Aimé Césaire
Si la différence existe, toutes les différences ne sont pas pour autant égales entre elles.
Explore the idea
Understanding this quote
The statement accepts that differences are real, but rejects the idea that every difference has the same importance or value. Recognising that things differ is only a first step; those differences still need to be considered individually rather than treated as equal by default.
Source & trust
About this quotation
- Source
- Assemblée nationale (French National Assembly)
- Format
- Official Statement
Explore the idea
Topics
Join the community
Keep meaningful words close.
Save quotes, follow people and topics, join conversations, and publish words of your own.
Conversation
0 comments
No comments yet.
Start the conversation about this quote.
Read quote“For your own sakes, never appear ashamed that your father was a kaffir (Black man), and that you inherited African blood. It is every bit as good as that which flows in the veins of my fairer brethren.”
“Democratic rule dictates that all rights and duties that form an international organisation should be the same for all.”
“For the first time, discrimination in housing was getting reported, which was the important thing.”
“I have fought against white domination, and I have fought against black domination.”
“You got to demand what you deserve in this society, or else you will not be served.”
“South Africa was a strange place. Everyone was totally oblivious to the need to express the plight of the black people.”
“Difference is of the essence of humanity. Difference is an accident of birth and it should therefore never be the source of hatred or conflict.”
“There can be no return to apartheid.”
“I have been guided by the belief that all lives have equal value.”
“I suppose I must call myself a slave for I am the colour of those of whom you made slaves.”
When the Court Changed Shape
Kian trusted brackets, whistles, and clearly printed rules. Then the neighborhood tournament reminded him that fairness is not always sameness.
Read Story