Anti-Asian racism is very real, and it will not be solved with an opulent rom-com or Marvel superhero, but with you - the bystanders - acknowledging the validity of our pain.
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If it's true that I wouldn't have had a career if it weren't for these conversations about diversity, the importance of representation, then I need to continue to fight that battle for the people that come after me.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Simu Liu emphasizes the importance of continuing the fight for diversity and representation for future generations.
In this quote, Simu Liu reflects on how pivotal conversations around diversity and representation have shaped his career. He recognizes that his success is tied to advocating for these values and feels a responsibility to continue this fight, ensuring that future generations benefit from greater representation and opportunities in society.
Themes
DiversityRepresentationAdvocacyFutureResponsibility
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech at a diversity conference, this quote can be used to inspire attendees to advocate for representation.
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All quotes →It's hard enough to celebrate being Asian in normal times. But now, when the whole world is kind of coming down, with all this rhetoric and people getting attacked on the street, you really need to deliberately try to celebrate Asian-ness.
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I realized, if I don't step into the spotlight, and the person next to me doesn't step in, and the people around me don't step in, then who will?
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There is something missing in Asian America. They're missing people to tell them, 'It's okay to be who you are - you belong. Just be unapologetically you; you're not less than anybody else.'
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The first time I tried on Shang-Chi's superhero suit - Marvel has never had an Asian lead, so that was such a rare and impactful moment, for me as an actor but also for people who look like me. I nearly cried. It was so emotional.
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