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Jesse Jackson

A man must be willing to die for justice. Death is an inescapable reality and men die daily, but good deeds live forever.

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Jesse Jackson emphasizes that standing up for what is right may require the ultimate sacrifice, as death is something everyone faces eventually. However, the positive actions taken in pursuit of justice leave a lasting impact beyond a person's lifetime.

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