In some cases non-violence requires more militancy than violence.
CESAR CHAVEZWhat I do shows people what kind of person I am.
More Cesar Chavez Quotes
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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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I became a vegetarian after realizing that animals feel afraid, cold, hungry and unhappy like we do. I feel very deeply about vegetarianism and the animal kingdom.
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We do not need to kill or destroy to win. We are a movement that builds and not destroys.
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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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The non-violent technique does not depend for its success on the goodwill of the oppressor, but rather on the unfailing assistance of God.
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Organizing is an educational process. The best educational process in the union is the picket line and the boycott. You learn about life.
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When you have people together who believe in something very strongly – whether it’s religion or politics or unions – things happen.
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What I do shows people what kind of person I am.
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In the final analysis it doesn’t really matter what the political system is. We don’t need perfect political systems; we need perfect participation.
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Those who are willing to sacrifice and be of service have very little difficulty with people. They know what they are all about. People can’t help but want to be near them. They help them; they work with them. That’s what love is all about. It starts with your heart and radiates out.
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You are never strong enough that you don’t need help.
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We are suffering. We have suffered. And we are not afraid to suffer in order to win our cause.
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We believe that unions have always been about much more than the industries in which they operate. The fight is never about grapes or lettuce, It is always about people.
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In giving of yourself, you will discover a whole new life full of.
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True wealth is not measured in money or status or power. It is measured in the legacy we leave behind for those we love and those we inspire.
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