You have to be optimistic just in keeping with the philosophy of non-violence.
JOHN LEWISIf you see something that is not right, not fair, not just, you have a moral obligation to do something about it.
More John Lewis Quotes
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We must continue to go forward as one people, as brothers and sisters.
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Freedom is the continuous action we all must take, and each generation must do its part to create an even more fair, more just society.
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Sensible people have got to work together.
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People should organize people to just turn up and participate in the democratic process. Knock on doors.
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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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If you see something that is not right, not fair, not just, you have a moral obligation to do something about it.
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You cannot be afraid to speak up and speak out for what you believe. You have to have courage, raw courage.
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Too many of us still believe our differences define us.
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When you see something that is not right, not fair, not just, you have to speak up. You have to say something; you have to do something.
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Every single vote is precious.
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Without prayer, without faith in the Almighty, the civil rights movement would have been like a bird without wings.
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I think all Americans should be hopeful, and try to be optimistic.
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I would say to a young person: continue to study. Study what is taking place in your community, in your neighborhood, maybe at your school.
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Hate is too big a burden to bear.
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I believe in freedom of speech, but I also believe that we have an obligation to condemn speech that is racist, bigoted, anti-Semitic, or hateful.
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