Barbara Smith quotes

Trust is to human relationships what faith is to gospel living. It is the beginning place, the foundation upon which more can be built. Where trust is, love can flourish. (Barbara Smith)
One of the greatest gifts of Black feminism to ourselves has been to make it a little easier simply to be Black and female. View quote
Barbara Smith
Black women, whose experience is unique, are seldom recognized as a particular social-cultural entity and are seldom thought to be important enough for serious scholarly consideration. View quote
Barbara Smith
Major problem for Black women, and all people of color, when we are challenged to oppose anti-Semitism, is our profound skepticism that white people can actually be oppressed. View quote
Barbara Smith
Black women as a group have never been fools. We couldn't afford to be. View quote
Barbara Smith

Barbara Smith

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Occupation: American Activist
Born: December 16, 1946
Quotes count: 5

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