Guest guest Posted May 4, 2008 Report Share Posted May 4, 2008 I am studying for my history final(s) this week and I ran across this quote from William Lloyd Garrison, one of the few respectable white people prior to the Civil War who believed in equality for all races not just the ending of slavery. He was, and is a rare gem in United States history. " I am aware, that many object to the severity of my language; but is there not cause for severity? I will be as harsh as truth, and as uncompromising as justice. On this subject, I do not wish to think, or speak, or write, with moderation. No! no! Tell a man whose house is on fire, to give a moderate alarm; tell him to moderately rescue his wife from the hand of the ravisher; tell the mother to gradually extricate her babe from the fire into which it has fallen; -- but urge me not to use moderation in a cause like the present. I am in earnest -- I will not equivocate -- I will not excuse -- I will not retreat a single inch -- AND I WILL BE HEARD. " This was written in January 1, 1831. Any way, I hope it inspires all of you who believe in animal and human liberation not just another form of slavery for our benefit as Americans and as human beings. We are making history by standing up for what is right even if we feel are losing, minds are being changed every day. Keep fighting the good fight! In solidarity with all who suffer, Joy Vidheecharoen-Glatz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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