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William Lloyd Garrison was an American journalist and abolitionist. Born on December 12, 1805, and died on May 24, 1879, Garrison was a prominent figure in the American abolitionist movement. Known for his radical stance against slavery and strong moral beliefs, he was one of the key figures in the fight against slavery in the United States.

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“Wherever there is a human being, I see God-given rights inherent in that being, whatever may be the sex or complexion.”

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Book:The Words of Garrison: A Centennial Selection (1805-1905) of Characteristic Sentiments from the Writings of William Lloyd Garrison

Source: The Words of Garrison: A Centennial Selection (1805-1905) of Characteristic Sentiments from the Writings of William Lloyd Garrison

“Be faithful, be vigilant, be untiring in your efforts to break every yoke, and let the oppressed go free. Come what may - cost what it may - inscribe on the banner which you unfurl to the breeze, as your religious and political motto - "NO COMPROMISE WITH SLAVERY! NO UNION WITH SLAVEHOLDERS”

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“To say that everything in the bible is to be believed , simply because it is found in that volume, is equally absurd and pernicious... To discard a portion of scripture is not necessarily to reject the truth, but may be the highest evidence that one can give of his love of truth.”

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“We may be personally defeated, but our principles never!”

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Book:Selections from the writings and speeches of William Lloyd Garrison: With an appendix ...

Source: Selections from the writings and speeches of William Lloyd Garrison: With an appendix ...