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You are never strong enough that you don't need help.

Cesar Chavez

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Cesar Chavez
Age: 66 †
Born: 1927
Born: March 31
Died: 1993
Died: April 23
Civil Rights Activist
Human Rights Activist
Laborer
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Yuma
Arizona
César Chávez
César Estrada Chávez
Cesar Estrada Chavez
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We know we cannot defend to be kind to animals until we stop exploiting them - exploiting animals in the name of science, exploiting animals in the name of sport, exploiting animals in the name of fashion, and yes, exploiting animals in the name of food.
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If you are interested in preventing animal suffering, the first thing you should give up is eggs and milk, because the animals who produce those foods lead the most unhappy lives. You would do better to eat meat and stop eating eggs and dairy products.
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In the final analysis it doesn't really matter what the political system is...We don't need perfect political systems we need perfect participation.
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A symbol is an important thing. That is why we chose an Aztec eagle. It gives pride...When people see it they know it means dignity.
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Our conviction is that human life and limb are a very special possession given by God to man and that no one has the right to take that away, in any cause, however just...
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There's no turning back...We will win. We are winning because ours is a revolution of mind and heart.
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We need to help students and parents cherish and preserve the ethnic and cultural diversity that nourishes and strengthens this community - and this nation.
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Across the San Joaquin Valley, across California, across the entire Southwest of the United States, wherever there are Mexican people, wherever there are farm workers, our movement is spreading like flames across a dry plain.
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In 1968, I became a vegetarian after realizing that animals feel afraid, cold, hungry, and unhappy like we do.
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Self dedication is a spiritual experience.
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Our language is the reflection of ourselves. A language is an exact reflection of the character and growth of its speakers.
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The non-violent technique does not depend for its success on the goodwill of the oppressor, but rather on the unfailing assistance of God.
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There is no such thing as defeat in non-violence.
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We must understand that the highest form of freedom carries with it the greatest measure of discipline.
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Non-violence exacts a very high price from one who practices it. But once you are able to meet that demand then you can do most things.
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True wealth is not measured in money or status or power. It is measured in the legacy we leave behind for those we love and those we inspire.
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Being of service is not enough. You must become a servant of the people. When you do, you can demand their commitment in return.
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Non-violence is not inaction. It is not discussion. It is not for the timid or weak... Non-violence is hard work.
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When any person suffers for someone in greater need, that person is a human.
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Grant me courage to serve others For in service there is true life.
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