Both leaders, attained high levels of education which helped their leadership. Nelson Mandela was first in his family to earn an education, while Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was not. During their movement for civil rights and liberation in their countries, they emphasized how important education was and how it was a valuable and priceless tool for growth, freedom, and power. They also were awarded Nobel Peace Prizes for their life long work of activism and human rights. Their legendary hard work and fight for civil rights will forever be honored and remembered. They were visionary leaders who changed the world and reminded us that there is hope in humanity.
Some of my favorite quotes...
"Education is the MOST POWERFUL weapon which you can use to CHANGE the WORLD." -Nelson Mandela
"It always seems impossible until it's DONE." -Nelson Mandela
"Sometimes, it falls upon a generation to be GREAT. You can be that generation. Let your greatness BLOSSOM." -Nelson Mandela
“Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter.” -Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
“Let no man pull you so low as to hate him.” -Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
“Only in the darkness can you see the stars.” -Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
“Life's most persistent and urgent question is, 'WHAT ARE YOU DOING FOR OTHERS?'” -Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
“There is NO GAIN WITHOUT STRUGGLE.” -Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
LOVE THIS POST. Thanks for the powerful quotes.
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