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Quote by Whitney M. Young

“Support the strong, give courage to the timid, remind the indifferent, and warn the opposed.”

Quote by Whitney M. Young

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Whitney M. Young

Whitney M. Young was a significant figure in the American civil rights movement, known for his role as the first African American president of the National Urban League. As an educator, social activist, and advocate for racial equality and social justice, Young dedicated his life to promoting civil rights and economic empowerment for African Americans. His leadership and advocacy had a profound impact on the civil rights movement during the 1960s. more

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