Countries are stronger and more prosperous when the voices and opinions of all their citizens can be heard.

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I never cut class. I loved getting A's, I liked being smart. I liked being on time. I thought being smart is cooler than anything in the world.

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I admit it: I am louder than the average human being and have no fear of speaking my mind. These traits don't come from the color of my skin but from an unwavering belief in my own intelligence.

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You can't make decisions based on fear and the possibility of what might happen.

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There is no magic to achievement. It's really about hard work, choices, and persistence.

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We learned about honesty and integrity - that the truth matters... that you don't take shortcuts or play by your own set of rules... and success doesn't count unless you earn it fair and square.

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There is nothing more important to this nation's future than investing in our young people.

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Always stay true to yourself and never let what somebody says distract you from your goals.

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We should always have three friends in our lives-one who walks ahead who we look up to and follow; one who walks beside us, who is with us every step of our journey; and then, one who we reach back for and bring along after we've cleared the way.

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Success isn't about how much money you make, it's about the difference you make in people's lives.

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