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“The students I've been with these twenty years are looking for a world where it becomes a little easier to love and a lot harder to hate, where learning nonviolence means that we dedicate our hearts, minds, time, and money to a commitment that the force of love, the force of truth, the force of justice, and the force of organized resistance to corrupt power are seen as sane and the force of fists, guns, armies, and bombs insane.”

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Book:I'd Rather Teach Peace
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I'd Rather Teach Peace

This book delves into the principles and practices of peace education, emphasizing its role in fostering a culture of non-violence and understanding among individuals and communities. more

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Colman McCarthy
Colman McCarthy

Colman McCarthy is a distinguished American journalist born on March 24, 1938. He is recognized for his extensive work in investigative journalism, particularly focusing on social justice issues such as education and criminal justice reform. more

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