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Brave men do not gather by thousands to torture and murder a single individual, so gagged and bound he cannot make even
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"Brave men do not gather by thousands to torture and murder a single individual, so gagged and bound he cannot make even feeble resistance or defense"

- Ida B. Wells

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This quote by Ida B. Wells talks to the power of collective action and the significance of standing up for what is right. It suggests that when people come together in great deals, they can be a force for good and can prevent injustice. It also indicates that when individuals are alone and unable to protect themselves, they are vulnerable to abuse and mistreatment. The quote is a tip that we need to defend those who can not defend themselves, which we need to utilize our cumulative power to combat against oppression. It is a call to action to utilize our voices and our numbers to combat for what is ideal and to protect those who are vulnerable.

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Ida B. Wells This quote is written / told by Ida B. Wells between July 16, 1862 and March 25, 1931. She was a famous Activist from USA. The author also have 25 other quotes.

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