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Marian Wright Edelman

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.

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Marian Wright Edelman is emphasizing that the connections between all people as humans should take priority over divisions based on race, social class, or gender in a democracy. She urges us to recognize and promote unity that transcends these categories to strengthen society.

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