“If human beings can be trained for cruelty and greed and a belief in power which comes through hate and fear and force, certainly we can train equally well for greatness and mercy and the power of love which comes because of the strength of the good qualities to be found in the soul of every human being.”
Quote by Eleanor Roosevelt
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Eleanor Roosevelt
Former First Lady of the United States, political activist, and author. Eleanor Roosevelt is renowned for her exceptional social activism and contributions to civil rights. She served as the First Lady during her husband Franklin D. Roosevelt's presidency and continued to be actively involved in political and social affairs after his death. more
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