“The most potent weapon in the hands of the oppressor is the mind of the oppressed.”

— Steve Biko · Courage quote

The most potent weapon in the hands of the oppressor is the mind of the oppressed. — Steve Biko quote card
Anti-apartheid activist · 1946 – 1977

South African activist who founded the Black Consciousness Movement; he died in police custody in 1977.

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