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Quote by Angela Davis
I think the importance of doing activist work is precisely because

I think the importance of doing activist work is precisely because it allows you to give back and to consider yourself not as a single individual who may have achieved whatever but to be a part of an ongoing historical movement. – Angela Davis

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As a black woman, my politics and political affiliation are bound up with and flow from participation in my peoples struggle for liberation, and with the fight of oppressed people all over the world against American imperialism. – Angela Davis

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Its true that its within the realm of cultural politics that young people tend to work through political issues, which I think is good, although its not going to solve the problems. – Angela Davis

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Poor people, people of color – especially are much more likely to be found in prison than in institutions of higher education. – Angela Davis

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I wasnt born a fool. It took work to get this way. – Danny Kaye

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The first lesson Ive learned is that no matter what you do in your life, you have to figure out your own internal rhythms – I mean, what works for you doesnt necessarily work for your friend. – Hillary Clinton

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