"When we have the courage to speak out -- to break our silence --

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"When we have the courage to speak out -- to break our silence -- we inspire the rest of the "moderates" in our communities to speak up and voice their views...." -- Sharon Schuster

(Today's quote from Anu Garg's A.Word.A.Day listserv http://wordsmith.org/words/cancrine.html)

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1. True. When one voice speaks others feel confidence

to speak up also.

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2. We MUST have the courage to stand up & speak out...

... even when we feel like we are taking on the world. If one has a backbone, one can stand up; if one has a voice, one can speak out. Courage? Just put one foot in front of the other & you'll get there. Just do it. Silence is not an option.

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5. Thx for the kicks.

I read the quote this morning and thought, "This is why I read and post at DU."

I read DU to feel a sense of community, to break down complex issues, to draw strength when my will weakens, and to learn. I post at DU to lend my voice, to provide support, and to raise the volume of those who speak truth in America and in the world.

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6. Thanks for your voice, support, and raising the volume of truth!

Much strength to you & a belated Welcome to DU! :hi: :hi: :hi:

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7. And a coming happy anniversary to you, Sapphire Blue.

Your DU anniversary comes on my actual birthday.

I raise a glass to you!

:toast:

[Sapphire Blue]

8. And a happy birthday to you!

:toast:

(I'll be spending the day serving on Jury duty)

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3. K & R

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4. kick

... for the courage to speak out.