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It is not enough to say he was a revered civil rights icon. He was a man of impeccable integrity who dedicated his life to fighting against racism, discrimination & injustice. John was a true leader who inspired us all to have the courage to fight.

— Maxine Waters

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Honesty

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I don't see white police officers slamming the heads of little white boys into police cars.

The president is a liar. Dick Cheney, the chief architect of the Big Lie, is not only a liar, he is a thief.

I have to march because my mother could not have an abortion.

Riot is the voice of the unheard.

Jussie is my friend - a very talented & beautiful human being. It is so hurtful that homophobic haters would dare hurt someone so loving and giving. I'm dedicated to finding the culprits and bringing them to justice. Jussie did not deserve to be harmed by anyone!

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False words are not only evil in themselves, but they infect the soul with evil.

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It is better to be poor and walk in integrity than to be stupid and speak lies.

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Who dares think one thing, and another tell,
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