Coates emphasizes the urgency of the present moment, stating, "In a peaceful age I might have written ornate or merely descriptive books, and might have remained almost unaware of my political loyalties. As it is I have been forced into becoming a sort of pamphleteer." This quote encapsulates his sense of obligation to address pressing social and political issues through his writing.
Reflecting on the Israeli occupation, Coates shares his strong convictions, saying, "I knew it was wrong from day one, day one – you know what I mean?" This raw declaration demonstrates his deep-rooted beliefs and the passion driving his work.
In discussing the pressures on education, Coates highlights a critical societal issue: "a teacher has been pressured to stop teaching 'Between the World and Me' because it made some students feel 'ashamed to be Caucasian'." This comment raises questions about the implications of skillful discussions on race in academic settings.
Coates' pilgrimage to Gorée Island represents a powerful moment of reflection: "he makes a pilgrimage to Gorée Island and the Door of No Return." This symbolizes his commitment to confronting historical injustices and their modern reverberations.
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