Harvey MilkAll men are created equal. Now matter how hard they try, they can never erase those words. That is what America is about.
About This Quote
These words are simple, but they speak volumes. The fact that the founding fathers of America were able to carve these words into stone is a testament to their belief in equality. These words are not just about equality of opportunity, they are about equality of outcomes. They are about saying that no matter what your background or your situation, you will have the same rights as everyone else if you work hard and play by the rules.
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