One of the most difficult things is not to change society – but to change yourself.
NELSON MANDELALike slavery and apartheid, poverty is not natural. It is man-made and it can be overcome and eradicated by the actions of human beings.
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Death is something inevitable. When a man has done what he considers to be his duty to his people and his country, he can rest in peace.
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Great anger and violence can never build a nation.
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The true character of a society is revealed in how it treats its children.
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Few things make the life of a parent more rewarding and sweet as successful children.
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Blaming things on the past does not make them better.
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There is no easy walk to freedom anywhere.
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Fools multiply when wise men are silent.
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Do not judge me by my success, judge me by how many times I fell down and got back up again.
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No one is born hating another person because of the color of his skin, or his background, or his religion. People must learn to hate, and if they can learn to hate, they can be taught to love, for love comes more naturally to the human heart than its opposite.
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Man’s goodness is a flame that can be hidden but never extinguished.
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It is in your hands to create a better world for all who live in it.
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The best weapon is to sit down and talk.
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What counts in life is not the mere fact that we have lived. It is what difference we have made to the lives of others that will determine the significance of the life we lead.
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Everyone can rise above their circumstances and achieve success if they are dedicated to and passionate about what they do.
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Overcoming poverty is not a gesture of charity. It is an act of justice.
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