Famous quote by Martin Luther King Jr.

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We may have all come on different ships, but were in the same boat now
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"We may have all come on different ships, but we're in the same boat now"

- Martin Luther King Jr.

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This quote by Martin Luther King Jr. is an effective pointer of the value of unity and solidarity. It talks to the idea that, despite our differences, we are all in the very same boat and must interact to reach our common objectives. The quote highlights that we need to put aside our distinctions and come together to produce a better future. It is a call to action for us to recognize our shared mankind and to interact to produce a much better world. The quote also talks to the concept that we must recognize our shared responsibility to each other and to the world. We should come together to create a better future for everybody, no matter our distinctions. This quote is an effective suggestion that we must come together to produce a much better future for all of us.

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Martin Luther King Jr. This quote is written / told by Martin Luther King Jr. between January 15, 1929 and April 4, 1968. He was a famous Minister from USA. The author also have 92 other quotes.

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