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“I am only one, but I am one. I cannot do everything, but I can do something. And I will not let what I cannot do interfere with what I can do. And by the grace of God, I will.”

Quote by Edward Everett Hale

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Edward Everett Hale
Edward Everett Hale

Edward Everett Hale was an American author and Unitarian minister recognized for his significant contributions to the novel of social protest. Born on April 3, 1822, and passing away on June 10, 1909, Hale's writings frequently addressed social issues and the significance of personal accountability. more

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