I’ve heard so many people, particularly people of faith, say they could look past his wrongdoings. When they’re pressed further, the reply is always some variation of “He doesn’t mean what he says, ” “It’s just to get a rise out of people, ” or “It’s all for show.” When you turn a blind eye and a deaf ear and say nothing, you are in fact saying everything. You are telling others you approve of immorality and injustice. You are telling them you support the marginalization and vilification of those who are different from you. You are telling them that fear reigns supreme and that you will tolerate nefarious behavior. As President John F. Kennedy said in a speech: “The hottest places in hell are reserved for those who, in times of great moral crises, maintain their neutrality.”- Amy Erickson. Erin Passons
About This Quote

This quote is actually about prejudice, not blind eyes. As the world has grown in size and information it has become harder for people to ignore injustices in the world. The quote is especially relevant during war time when people are forced to face the atrocities that take place during war.

Source: The Nasty Women Project: Voices From The Resistance

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