"We, who are the living, possess the past. Tomorrow is for our martyrs"

In this quote, James L. Farmer, Jr. is highlighting the value of remembering and honoring the past. He states that as the living, we have the obligation to continue the tradition of those who came before us. The sacrifices and battles of our forefathers have formed our present and it is our duty to maintain their memory. Nevertheless, Farmer also acknowledges the sacrifices of those who have given their lives for a cause, calling them "martyrs." He reminds us that while we hold the past in our hands, it is our duty to produce a much better tomorrow for those who have actually made the ultimate sacrifice.