I'm very proud of the colour of my skin and that I'm inspiring people from all backgrounds, but I think it will be great for the next mixed-race or black female principal dancer if she doesn't have to be asked about that.
Interpretation
Francesca Hayward expresses pride in her heritage while hoping for a future where race is not a topic of discussion for aspiring dancers.
In this quote, Francesca Hayward highlights her pride in her racial identity and the role she plays in inspiring others from various backgrounds. She advocates for a future where the race of individuals, particularly those aspiring to be leaders in the arts, does not overshadow their talent or accomplishments, suggesting an evolution towards a more inclusive society where such identities are normalized and celebrated without question.
In practice
During a speech at a diversity seminar.
I believe we have all been created for greater things than we can comprehend. The times call for great things, but great things in the noblest and most redemptive sense are predicted upon tolerance, love, respect, understanding, dignity, prayer, God.
I hope and expect there are female coaches out there who are saying they want to do what I do, and if I can play a part in that and when I step away from the game can say 'I was the first,' then I'm proud of that too.
Long live the rose that grew from the concrete when no one else ever cared!
If in the sight of God you cannot say you are sure that you have a special call to stay at home, why are you disobeying the Saviour's plain command to go?
I want to be remembered as the person who helped us restore faith in ourselves.
I believe we can seize this future together, because we are not as divided as our politics suggests. [...] We are greater than the sum of our individual ambitions. [...] We are and forever will be the United States of America. [...] We will continue our journey forward and remind the world just why it is that we live in the greatest nation on Earth.
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