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I have been unable to live an uncommitted or suspended life. I have not hesitated to declare my affiliation with an extr
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"I have been unable to live an uncommitted or suspended life. I have not hesitated to declare my affiliation with an extremely unpopular cause"

- Edward Said

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This quote by Edward Said talks to his dedication to a cause that he thought in, despite the fact that it was out of favor. He was not afraid to stand up for what he thought in, and was willing to take the threat of being judged or criticized for his beliefs. He was not content to remain neutral or undecided, but rather selected to decide and declare his obligation to a cause that was not commonly accepted. This quote speaks with his nerve and conviction, and his willingness to stand up for what he thought in, even if it was not popular. It also talks to his dedication to his cause, and his rejection to be swayed by public opinion. Edward Said's quote is a reminder that we must all want to defend what our company believe in, even if it is not popular.

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This quote is written / told by Edward Said between November 1, 1935 and September 24, 2003. He/she was a famous Writer from Palestine. The author also have 2 other quotes.

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