The oppressor, who is himself dehumanized because he dehumanizes others, is unable to lead this struggle. - Paulo Freire

Almost never do they realize that they, too, 'know things' they have learned in their relations with the world.

In order for the oppressed to unite they must first cut the umbilical cord of magic and myth which binds them to the world of oppression; the unity which links them to each other must be of a different nature.

As the oppressor minority subordinates and dominates the majority, it must divide it and keep it divided in order to remain in power.