The March on Washington was a March for Jobs and Freedom. There are still too many people who are unemployed or underemployed in America - they're black, white, Latino, Native American and Asian American.
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I say to people today, 'You must be prepared if you believe in something. If you believe in something, you have to go for it. As individuals, we may not live to see the end.'
Interpretation
What this quote means
Believing in something requires preparation and action, regardless of the outcome.
This quote from John Lewis emphasizes the importance of commitment and preparedness in the pursuit of one's beliefs. It suggests that true dedication involves taking action towards a cause, even if the impact of those actions might not be realized in one's lifetime, thereby highlighting the values of courage and perseverance in advocating for what one believes in.
Themes
BeliefActionCommitmentCouragePreparedness
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech to inspire youth activists.
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