The measure of your character is not what you do when things... - Al Sharpton

"The measure of your character is not what you do when things are easy, but what you do when they're hard."

Al Sharpton Strength

Minister, Civil Rights Activist American Born 1955 (age 71)

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"The fight for justice is not about winning or losing, it's about standing up for what's right."

"Don't get mad, get even—get organized and vote."

"We must transform pain into purpose and setbacks into comebacks."

"Leadership is not about being in front; it's about lifting others up."

"Strength comes from within."

"A woman should be proud of who she is."

"A strong woman can overcome anything."

"The only thing I'm good at is killing."