A lot of women seem to think the way to ingratiate themselves is to put down other women or backstab. That's the quickest way to be eliminated from my life - try that with me, and you're out.
Gabrielle UnionRead
I'm not going to change the world overnight. It's one person at a time, and hopefully they're people in positions of power who can help people get in those roles and really, truly embrace colorblind casting.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Change takes time and requires the influence of individuals in power to implement effectively.
In this quote, Gabrielle Union highlights the gradual nature of societal change, particularly in the context of colorblind casting in the entertainment industry. She emphasizes that while world-changing efforts may be slow, they can be impactful when initiated by influential individuals who advocate for inclusivity and diversity, ultimately leading to a more equitable society for all.
Themes
ChangeColorblind CastingInfluenceInclusivityDiversity
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used during a seminar on diversity and representation in the arts.
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I realized I had been keeping people around even when deep down I knew they were bad for me. I had overridden myself.
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I think there's a lot of things that occur within the African-American community, that we would prefer to stay within the African-American community - that we get a little nervous when you start having scenes or dialogue that we know is going to be viewed and heard on a national or global scale.
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In my career, there have been roles I haven't taken because someone involved with the project gave me a bad vibe. I don't care how much money is on the table: No job is worth feeling uneasy every day.
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