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“Malcolm X finally became the person he was meant and raised to be. He fought against the forces of racism to return to that. Malcolm wanted to inspire other people to find their own strength.”

Quote by Kekla Magoon

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Kekla Magoon is an American author born in 1980. Her works are primarily aimed at young adult readers, known for their profound themes and rich imagination. more

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