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“When you are a marginalized person or a woman of color and/or someone who's a part of the LGBTQ community, your acts become politicized, just by being yourself. Because we're not completely accepting of all different kinds of human beings. By being myself, I'm doing something political.”

Quote by Amandla Stenberg

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Amandla Stenberg

Amandla Stenberg is an American actress born on October 23, 1998. She gained widespread acclaim for her role as Jo March in the film 'Little Women' and international recognition for her portrayal of Princess T'Challa in 'Black Panther'. more

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