Remember and help America remember that the fellowship of human beings is more important than the fellowship of race and class and gender in a democratic society.
Marian Wright EdelmanRead
Education is for improving the lives of others and for leaving your community and world better than you found it.
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What this quote means
Education should be focused on enhancing the lives of individuals and making positive changes in society.
Marian Wright Edelman's quote emphasizes the fundamental purpose of education as a tool for uplifting individuals and communities. It highlights that true education goes beyond personal advancement; it encompasses a responsibility to use knowledge and skills to improve the world around us. By learning, we gain the ability to contribute positively, ensuring that our influence results in a better future for others.
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EducationImprovementCommunityWorldResponsibility
In practice
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During a graduation speech, one might say, 'As Marian Wright Edelman stated, education is for improving the lives of others, reminding us to use our knowledge for social betterment.'
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