“ When you've grown up mis-educated, surrounded by fear and hate, unaware of your privilege, lies can sound like the truth. DaShanne Stokes
“ If you think your religion requires discrimination, you're probably misreading your faith. DaShanne Stokes
“ Those who benefit from unearned privilege are too often quick to discount those who don't. DaShanne Stokes
“ When we hide discrimination under the guise of 'religious freedom,' we make a mockery of human rights. DaShanne Stokes
“ The atmosphere sets the tone for what is to take place in that space at that time. Your attitude impacts the atmosphere. How is your current attitude affecting the atmosphere and your desired outcome? Bobby F. Kimbrough Jr.
“ Privilege is when you contribute to the oppression of others and then claim that you are the one being discriminated against. DaShanne Stokes
“ Bigotry lives not just in our words, but in our actions, thoughts, and institutions. DaShanne Stokes
“ Saying something is 'politically correct' is often a way of dismissing the voices of the oppressed. DaShanne Stokes
“ Those with unearned privileges often spin things as 'political correctness' to further silence those they wish to oppress. DaShanne Stokes
“ What does religious freedom mean if we would use it as a cover for hate and privilege? DaShanne Stokes
“ Today's 'religious freedom' policies should not be seen as a problem limited to LGBT people but as a co-optation of religion that affects us all. DaShanne Stokes
“ I've fought for religious freedom and I can tell you that anti-gay 'religious freedom' bills aren't it. DaShanne Stokes