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Meaning
The quote argues that politicians respond to voter participation, and that low turnout among poor Black voters makes them less likely to support programs addressing their problems. It suggests political power depends partly on people showing up to vote. It also implies that increasing turnout could make elected officials pay more attention to those issues.
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Original Language & Translation
Originally said in English.
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No source found on Wikiquote; the quote is listed as attributed to Henry Louis Gates.
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About Henry Louis Gates
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