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“It's important to understand that declaring that Black lives matter does not negate the significance of the lives of non-Black people, particularly non-Black people of color. But Black lives are uniquely and systematically attacked in our society. Black Lives Matter addresses its own necessity in the phrase itself: Black lives do not have value or merit in our society.”
― The Purpose of Power: How We Come Together When We Fall Apart
― The Purpose of Power: How We Come Together When We Fall Apart
“Our scientific power has outmatched our spiritual power. We have guided missiles and misguide men.”
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“As study after study has taught us, there is no tool for development more effective than the empowerment of women.”
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“We have guided missiles and misguided men.”
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“Black lives matter.”
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