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“When you get up in the morning, you merely put on your clothes. When a colored man gets up in the morning, he puts on his armor.”

Quote by Kristin Hunter

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Kristin Hunter was an American writer known for her children's literature. Her works are celebrated for their imagination and educational value, enjoying great popularity among readers. more

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