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.
John LewisRead
The vote controls everything that you do.
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What this quote means
Voting is a powerful tool that influences all aspects of our lives.
John Lewis emphasizes the importance of voting as a fundamental act that not only determines political leadership but also shapes societal norms, economic opportunities, and community identity. By stating that 'the vote controls everything that you do,' he highlights how civic engagement and participation in elections are crucial for individuals to have a say in the policies and decisions that govern their lives.
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VotePowerPoliticsCivic EngagementParticipation
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In a speech advocating for voter registration, one might quote John Lewis to emphasize the importance of participation.
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We need someone who is going to stand up, speak up, and speak out for the people who need help, for the people who have been discriminated against.
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If it hadn't been for that march across the Edmund Pettus Bridge on Bloody Sunday, there would be no Barack Obama as President of the United States of America.
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