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Quote by Eleanor Roosevelt

“I could not, at any age, be content to take my place by the fireside and simply look on. Life was meant to be lived. Curiosity must be kept alive. One must not, for whatever reason, turn his back on life." Another "No one can make you feel inferior without your consent.”

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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