By subscribing to Inspiring Quotes you are agreeing to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
With more than 30 published works to his name, James Baldwin is considered one of the quintessential voices of the Black American community. In his fiction, memoirs, and poetry, he explored the effects of racism through both individual perspectives and social commentary. This quote comes from his 1974 novel “If Beale Street Could Talk,” which focuses on the love story between a Black couple after one of them is falsely convicted of a crime. Baldwin’s words encourage us to actively engage with the world around us, for we can only drive change if we first choose to take action.
Read These Quotes in the Morning To Kick-Start Your Best Day Yet
12 Quotes To Help Improve Your Emotional Intelligence
12 Brief Quotes From Notoriously Long Books
9 Evidence-Based Principles for Living a Longer Life, With Quotes
14 Quotes on the Meaning of Racial Equity
20 Surprisingly Insightful Quotes From Children’s Movies
13 Romantic Quotes From Beloved Period Pieces
14 Beautifully Poetic Quotes From William Blake
Quotes About Plants for Those With and Without Green Thumbs
These Books by Black Authors May Just Change Your Life
How To Find Closure, in Quotes