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Abraham Lincoln2 quotes
There is no reason in the world why the negro is not entitled to all the natural rights enumerated in the Declaration of Independence, the right to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. — Abraham Lincoln · 1858Nowhere in the world is presented a government of so much liberty and equality. To the humblest and poorest amongst us are held out the highest privileges and positions. The present moment finds me at the White House, yet there is as good a chance for your children as there was for my father's. — Abraham Lincoln · 1864Amerigo Bonasera1 quote
I believe in America. — Amerigo Bonasera · 1972Malcolm X1 quote
I don't see any American dream; I see an American nightmare. — Malcolm X · 1964The Notorious B.I.G.1 quote
We used to fuss when the landlord dissed us
No heat. Wonder why Christmas missed us
Birthdays was the worst days
Now we sip champagne when we thirsty. — The Notorious B.I.G. · 1994Tony Montana1 quote
Okay, here's the story. I come from the gutter. I know that. I got no education, but that's okay. I know the street, and I'm making all the right connections. With the right woman, there's no stopping me. I could go right to the top. — Tony Montana · 1983