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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Selma helped make it possible for hundreds and thousands of people in the South to become registered voters and encouraged people all across America to become participants in a democratic process.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote highlights the impact of Selma in empowering individuals to register to vote and participate in democracy.
John Lewis emphasizes the significant role that the Selma marches played in the civil rights movement, illustrating how these events not only enabled countless citizens in the South to register as voters but also inspired a nationwide commitment to democratic participation. The quote serves as a reminder of the ongoing struggle for voting rights and the importance of civic engagement.
Themes
SelmaVotingDemocracyCivil RightsParticipation
In practice
Example use cases
During a community meeting about voter registration, one could quote this to inspire action.
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