On rare occasions one does hear of a miraculous case of a married couple falling in love after marriage, but on close examination it will be found that it is a mere adjustment to the inevitable.
Emma GoldmanRead
Without comprehension, the immigrant would forever remain shut - a stranger in America. Until America can release the heart as well as train the hand of the immigrant, he would forever remain driven back upon himself, corroded by the very richness of the unused gifts within his soul.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Immigrants need understanding and acceptance to fully thrive in a new country.
This quote emphasizes the struggles that immigrants face when they move to a new country, suggesting that without comprehension and acceptance from the society around them, they may feel isolated and unable to fully express their potential. The author highlights the importance of nurturing not just the skills of immigrants, but also their emotional and psychological needs, asserting that true integration requires both training and empathy.
Themes
ImmigrantComprehensionIntegrationAcceptancePotentialSociety
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about cultural diversity, I might use this quote to highlight the need for empathy towards immigrants.
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