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I come from a family of very devout, praying people. That idea of

I come from a family of very devout, praying people. That idea of peace and love toward humanity shouldnt be nationalistic or denominational. It should be a chief concern for all mankind. – Mos Def

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African art is functional, it serves a purpose. Its not a dormant. Its not a means to collect the largest cheering section. It should be healing, a source a joy. Spreading positive vibrations. – Mos Def

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I cant control what people think. Im not trying to manipulate peoples thoughts or sentiments. I write all the time. You have to experience life, make observations, and ask questions. Its machine-like how things are run now in hip-hop, and my ambitions are different. – Mos Def

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I dont want to waste anyones time or money. I want to give people some truth and positive heart lift. – Mos Def

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My mother was passionate. She was stubborn, the dominant one in the family. She dominated my father. – Hugh Leonard

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I am just happy to be part of the Nike family. – LeBron James

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Left-wing politicians take away your liberty in the name of children and of fighting poverty, while right-wing politicians do it in the name of family values and fighting drugs. Either way, government gets bigger and you become less free. – Harry Browne

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