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Quote by e. e. cummings

“To like an individual because he's black is just as insulting as to dislike him because he isn't white.”

Quote by e. e. cummings

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e. e. cummings
e. e. cummings

E. E. Cummings was an American poet known for his unique poetic style and linguistic innovation. His works are typically presented in free verse, emphasizing colloquialism and personal expression. Cummings' poetry often breaks traditional grammatical rules, using innovative spelling and punctuation to create unique visual and auditory effects. more

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