When violence against women is no longer societally accepted, no longer kept secret; when everyone understands that even one case is too many. That's when it will change.
Joe BidenRead
We are Boston. We are America. We respond. We endure. We overcome. And we own the finish line.
Interpretation
This quote emphasizes resilience and unity in the face of adversity.
Joe Biden's quote reflects the strength and determination of the people of Boston as they confront challenges together. It speaks to the collective spirit of endurance and victory, reinforcing the idea that communities can come together, respond to difficulties, and ultimately 'own the finish line' by triumphing over obstacles with perseverance and solidarity.
In practice
Use this quote to inspire a community event highlighting resilience.
When violence against women is no longer societally accepted, no longer kept secret; when everyone understands that even one case is too many. That's when it will change.
There's good reason to be excited. You have the first woman running who is qualified, and a very attractive African-American who has demonstrated crossover appeal. I got involved in politics 40 years ago during the civil rights movement, so yes, it's an exciting thing.
There will come a day, I promise you, when the thought of your son, or daughter, or your wife or your husband, brings a smile to your lips before it brings a tear to your eye. It will happen. My prayer for you is that day will come sooner than later.
Except for the title 'father,' there is no title, including 'vice president,' that I am more proud to wear than that of United States senator.
I believe all Americans are born with certain inalienable rights. As a child of God, I believe my rights are not derived from the constitution. My rights are not derived from any government. My rights are not denied by any majority. My rights are because I exist. They were given to me and each of my fellow citizens by our creator, and they represent the essence of human dignity.
America's leaders have to find a way to work together, rise to the challenge, and come up with solutions as bold and visionary as the people of this nation.
Anything seemed possible, likely, feasible, because I wanted everything to be possible... Because I had no power to make things happen outside of me in the objective world, I made things happen within. Because my environment was bare and bleak, I endowed it with unlimited potentialities, redeemed it for the sake of my own hungry and cloudy yearning.
Where did you get the idea you aren't allowed to petition the universe with prayer? You are part of this universe, Liz. You're a constituent--you have every entitlement to participate in the actions of the universe, and to let your feelings be known. So, put your opinion out there. Make your case. Believe me--it will at least be taken into consideration.
I'm inspired by people who keep on rolling, no matter their age.
I'm writing. The pages are starting to stack up. My morale is improving the more I feel like a writer.
There is so much we can do to render service, to make a difference in the world - no matter how large or small our circle of influence.
The passage of time has not altered the capacity of the Redeemer to change menβs lives. As he said to the dead Lazarus, so he says to you and me: βcome forth.β Come forth from the despair of doubt. Come forth from the sorrow of sin. Come forth from the death of disbelief. Come forth to a newness of life. Come forth.
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