We must understand that the highest form of freedom carries with it the greatest measure of discipline.
CESAR CHAVEZReal education should consist of drawing the goodness and the best out of our own students. What better books can there be than the book of humanity?
More Cesar Chavez Quotes
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The love for justice that is in us is not only the best part of our being but it is also the most true to our nature.
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Our language is the reflection of ourselves.
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You cannot oppress the people who are not afraid anymore.
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Dr. King challenged us to work for a greater humanity. I only hope that we are worthy of his challenge.
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Non-violence is not inaction. It is not discussion. It is not for the timid or weak. Non-violence is hard work.
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There is no such thing as defeat in non-violence.
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There’s no turning back. We will win. We are winning because ours is a revolution of mind and heart.
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Only when we have become nonviolent towards all life will we have learned to live well with others.
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It’s ironic that those who till the soil, cultivate and harvest the fruits, vegetables, and other foods that fill your tables with abundance have nothing left for themselves.
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From the depth of need and despair, people can work together, can organize themselves to solve their own problems and fill their own needs with dignity and strength.
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Self dedication is a spiritual experience.
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Being of service is not enough. You must become a servant of the people. When you do, you can demand their commitment in return.
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A symbol is an important thing. That is why we chose an Aztec eagle. It gives pride. When people see it they know it means dignity.
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We’ll organize workers in this movement as long as we’re willing to sacrifice. The moment we stop sacrificing, we stop organizing.
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In this world it is possible to achieve great material wealth, to live an opulent life. But a life built upon those things alone leaves a shallow legacy. In the end, we will be judged by other standards.
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