You may not always have a comfortable life and you will not always be able to solve all of the world's problems at once but don't ever underestimate the importance you can have because history has shown us that courage can be contagious and hope can take on a life of its own.

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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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Don't let anyone speak for you, and don't rely on others to fight for you.

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

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Women and girls can do whatever they want. There is no limit to what we as women can accomplish.

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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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I was too worried about the grades and I should have been more worried about learning.

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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 have to practice success. Success doesn't just show up. If you aren't practicing success today, you won't wake up in 20 years and be successful, because you won't have developed the habits of success, which are small things like finishing what you start, putting a lot of effort into everything you do, being on time, treating people well.

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