Power Quotes
Who has it, who wants it, and what happens when it's wielded wisely or poorly.
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"The people have the power to change their destiny."Fannie Lou Hamer
"We must reclaim our rightful place in society."Fannie Lou Hamer
"I have always believed that the direct action of the oppressed is more important than the words of their friends."Bayard Rustin
"The power of voice is that it can echo far beyond its origin."Al Sharpton
"I learned that real power comes from standing up when everyone expects you to stay down."Marsha P. Johnson
"True power lies in solidarity with those who have been rendered powerless."James Reeb
"Power is of two kinds. One is obtained by the fear of punishment and the other by acts of love."Andrew Goodman
"Power without purpose is merely tyranny dressed in different clothing."Al Sharpton
"We cannot win if you don't register to vote."Fannie Lou Hamer
"The vote is the most powerful tool we have."Fannie Lou Hamer
"The power of the ballot is greater than the power of the gun."Fannie Lou Hamer
"The power of unity is unstoppable."Fannie Lou Hamer
"Real power comes from lifting others up, not pushing them down."Al Sharpton
"Power tends to corrupt, and absolute power corrupts absolutely."James Chaney
"The question isn't who is going to let me; it's who is going to stop me."James Chaney
"Power without love is reckless and destructive."Coretta Scott King
"True power lies not in domination but in service to others."James Reeb
"Power without purpose is just tyranny."Al Sharpton
"True power whispers; it never shouts."Andrew Goodman
"True power knows its own limitations."Andrew Goodman
"If you want to change things, you've got to do it yourself."Fannie Lou Hamer
"We can't buy the change we want. We have to fight for it."Fannie Lou Hamer
"No one can take away your right to stand up for yourself."Fannie Lou Hamer
"The vote is power, and power is what we need to change things."Fannie Lou Hamer
"Power without conscience is the birth of tyranny."James Chaney
"Power is temporary; legacy is eternal."James Chaney
"Power without compassion is tyranny wearing a crown."Andrew Goodman
"Each of us has the power to change the world around us."Michael Schwerner
"Each person has the power to make a difference."Viola Liuzzo
"I believe in the power of collective action."Viola Liuzzo