I'm for truth, no matter who tells it. I'm for justice, no matter who it is for or against. I'm a human being, first and foremost, and as such I'm for whoever and whatever benefits humanity as a whole.

Malcolm X
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I’m a human being, first and foremost, and as such I’m for whoever and whatever benefits humanity as a whole. This quote is a fitting tribute to the rights of all people worldwide. It recognizes that we have a shared humanity and all people deserve to be treated with respect, dignity, and equality. We are all unique individuals who have unique hopes and desires, but we should never forget our shared humanity.

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