You must be bold, brave, and courageous and find a way to get in the way.
JOHN LEWISI don’t have any extraordinary gifts. I’m just an average Joe who grew up very poor in rural Alabama.
More John Lewis Quotes
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I think all Americans should be hopeful, and try to be optimistic.
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You cannot be at home with something that you feel that is wrong, is not right.
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You have to tell the whole truth, the good and the bad, maybe some things that are uncomfortable for some people.
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You have to be optimistic just in keeping with the philosophy of non-violence.
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You cannot give up – you have to be persistent and keep pushing, and press on.
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The lessons of nonviolence are universal.
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Don’t give up! Don’t give in! Keep the faith! And keep your eyes on the prize!
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There is a need for a movement of non-violent direct action.
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People will never, ever forget what happened and how it happened, and it is my hope that we are on our way to greater change.
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I believe it is my obligation to tell the story of the civil rights movement to the next generation.
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People must understand that people were beaten, arrested, jailed, and some people were murdered, while attempting to register to vote, or to get others to register to vote.
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We built a coalition of conscience, and that we can do it again, and we can go forward, and help redeem the soul of America.
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When growing up, I saw segregation. I saw racial discrimination. I saw those signs that said white men, colored men. White women, colored women. White waiting. And I didn’t like it.
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I say from time to time that the vote is precious.
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Never become bitter, and in the process, be happy and just go for it.
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