Racism separates, but it never liberates. Hatred generates fear, and fear once given a foothold binds, consumes, and imprisons. Nothing is gained from prejudice. No one benefits from racism.

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"In recognizing the humanity of our fellow beings, we pay ourselves the highest tribute."

- Thurgood Marshall

Awareness

"The measure of a country's greatness is its ability to retain compassion in times of crisis."

- Thurgood Marshall

Compassion

"Where you see wrong or inequality or injustice, speak out, because this is your country. This is your democracy. Make it. Protect it. Pass it on."

- Thurgood Marshall

Courage

"A man can make what he wants of himself if he truly believes that he must be ready for hard work and many heartbreaks."

- Thurgood Marshall

Hard Work

"“This is your democracy. Make it. Protect it. Pass it on.”"

- Thurgood Marshall

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"She warned him not to be deceived by appearances, for beauty is found within."

- Beauty and the Beast

Awareness

"We should never judge someone based on their appearance."

- Beauty and the Beast

Awareness

"Beauty and ugliness are merely subjective labels. What matters is who we are inside."

- Beauty and the Beast

Awareness

"When we see beyond appearances, we discover the true essence of a person."

- Beauty and the Beast

Awareness

"Worry is a misuse of imagination."

Awareness