Famous quote by Barbara Jordan

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We are a people trying not only to solve the problems of the present: unemployment, inflation... but we are attempting o
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"We are a people trying not only to solve the problems of the present: unemployment, inflation... but we are attempting on a larger scale to fulfill the promise of America"

- Barbara Jordan

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This quote by Barbara Jordan talks to the spirit of the American individuals. It speaks with our aspiration and our desire to make the world a better location. It speaks to our commitment to fixing the problems of the present, such as joblessness and inflation, but also to our commitment to satisfying the promise of America. This pledge is one of hope and opportunity, of justice and equality, of liberty and prosperity. It is a promise that we make every effort to keep, and it is a guarantee that we will continue to make every effort to keep in the future. We are an individuals who are identified to make the world a better location, and this quote is a reminder of that.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Barbara Jordan between February 21, 1936 and January 17, 1996. He/she was a famous Politician from USA. The author also have 33 other quotes.

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