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Maya Angelou

The fact that the adult American Negro female emerges a formidable character is often met with amazement, distaste and even belligerance. It is seldom accepted as an inevitable outcome of the struggle won by survivors, and deserves respect if not enthusia

Maya Angelou

Respect

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Maya Angelou is saying that many people react with surprise or hostility when they see a strong Black woman because they don't recognize that her strength comes from overcoming difficult challenges. She argues that this strength should be acknowledged and respected as a natural result of her survival and resilience.

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