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“In some ways you still have to buy your freedom, but that's because you live in a social structure that's organized around capital, and capital does equate with a certain kind of freedom, especially if you can start to generate capital on your own.”

Quote by Kerry James Marshall

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Kerry James Marshall

Kerry James Marshall is an American artist known for his exploration of the historical and cultural identity of African Americans. His work is typically presented in the form of large-scale murals and paintings, addressing themes such as race, identity, and power. more

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