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Systems of oppression must be dismantled from "summary" of The Moment of Lift by Melinda French Gates
The systems that keep people down are like giant walls. They loom over us, casting shadows that stretch far and wide. They are built on deep foundations of prejudice and inequality, reinforced over time through laws, customs, and beliefs. These systems are like invisible hands, shaping our lives and limiting our potential. They dictate who gets to thrive and who must struggle just to survive. But these systems are not set in stone. They are not untouchable. They are man-made, created by people, and thus can be dismantled by people. It takes courage, determination, and collective action to tear down these walls brick by brick. It requires us to challenge the status quo, to question the norms that have been handed down to us, and to demand change. Dismantling systems of oppression means recognizing that injustice is not a natural state of being but a result of human actions. It means acknowledging that power and privilege are not distributed equally, and that some benefit at the expense of others. It means standing up against discrimination, bias, and inequality in all its forms. We cannot sit idly by and watch as these systems continue to harm and divide us. We must be willing to confront the uncomfortable truths that lie at the heart of injustice. We must be willing to listen to those who have been silenced, to amplify their voices, and to work together to create a more just and equitable world for all. The road to dismantling systems of oppression is long and arduous, but it is a journey worth taking. It is a journey that requires us to be bold, to be resilient, and to be unwavering in our commitment to justice. It is a journey that calls on us to be agents of change, to be champions of equality, and to be builders of a brighter future for generations to come.
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