When you've worked hard, and done well, and walked through that doorway of opportunity...you do not slam it shut behind you...you reach back, and you give other folks the same chances that helped you succeed.

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Do not die in the history of your past hurts and past experiences, but live in the now and future of your destiny.

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

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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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The only limit to the height of your achievements is the reach of your dreams and your willingness to work hard for them.

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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 have an obligation to fight for the world as it should be.

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

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My message to women: Do what makes you feel good, because there'll always be someone who thinks you should do it differently. Whether your choices are hits or misses, at least they're your own.

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