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American Kids Quotes

On growing up American and who gets to see themselves reflected.

These American kids quotes look at what shapes a generation's sense of possibility, starting with how Barack Obama's presidency changed what power could look like for an entire generation of American children.

Now I've devoted my life to making sure that I can be a trailblazer for any other African American kids or any other gay kids or any other kids that just feel weird or uncomfortable and have their own issues...

Quotes by Todrick Hall

I grew up when 'Schoolhouse Rock' taught millions of American kids how a bill becomes a law.

Quotes by Tim Griffin

There's a lot of American kids think their food comes from the grocery store and the concept of seasonality has no meaning to them whatsoever.

Quotes by Peter Senge

The reality of Barack Obama being the president of the United States - quite possibly the most powerful nation in the world - means that the image of power is completely new for an entire generation of not only black...

Quotes by Kehinde Wiley

Amazing Quotes

It is pretty amazing. My parents, who came from Nicaragua to the U.S. - who would have thought that they would have American kids on the Olympic team? I think that's the epitome of the Olympic dream.

Quotes by Diana Lopez

I'd love it if American kids were listening to Muslim music.

Quotes by Brian Eno

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Obama's presidency connect to this topic?
One quote argues that having Obama as president reshaped what power looked like for an entire generation of American kids who could now see themselves reflected in that role.
Is representation a theme in these American kids quotes?
Yes, one quote describes wanting to be a trailblazer for African American kids, gay kids, or any kid who feels different, opening space for others to feel less alone.
What does Schoolhouse Rock have to do with American kids here?
One quote recalls growing up learning how a bill becomes a law from the show, treating it as a shared civic education moment for millions of kids.
Do any of these quotes touch on food and where it comes from?
Yes, one quote points out that many American kids think food simply comes from the grocery store, with little grasp of seasonality or where ingredients actually originate.
What's the broader theme connecting these quotes?
They collectively explore how American kids form their sense of identity and possibility, shaped by political milestones, media, representation, and everyday gaps in understanding.

Other quotes cover being a trailblazer for African Black or gay kids, learning civics from Schoolhouse Rock, and a disconnect from where food comes from, each shaping a different dream of growing up American.