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“Racism oppresses its victims, but also binds the oppressors, who sear their consciences with more and more lies until they become prisoners of those lies. They cannot face the truth of human equality because it reveals the horror of the injustices they commit.”

Quote by Alveda King

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Alveda King
Alveda King

Alveda King is a distinguished pro-life activist, born on January 22, 1951. As the niece of Martin Luther King Jr., she has dedicated her life to advocating for the rights of the unborn. King has been actively involved in pro-life activism since the early 1970s and has been a prominent voice in the movement, particularly in the African American community. She has been involved in numerous campaigns and initiatives aimed at promoting the pro-life movement and has spoken at various events and conferences worldwide. more

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