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thoughts.
To spark discussions about peace and justice, he asked the audience members to
go beyond their comfort zones and meet at least two people. Audience members looked
around the room hesitantly.
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In order to inspire
each other in a public place, Tuckers activity
social change and
accept others, we need reinforced the ideas of friendship, love and unity, which
to learn how to accept
was essential moving forward with the anticipated
ourselves first.
- LC
speeches.
A different perspective
Tucker introduced the next speaker, LC. He started off his speech by saying, in
order to inspire social change and accept others, we need to learn how to accept ourselves
first. The snaps echoed around the room.
He continued on explaining how for years his race has been trying to fight for
equality, yet constantly reinforces their differences. This empowering black male left an
impact on the crowd with his critical viewpoint and inspired acceptance in others.
Tucker next introduced Ashley Canon.
She spoke about the issue of sexism and gender roles in society. I no longer want
to be neglected by society, Ashley said. Her overriding goal was to create a community
of heightened love and join people together. She wanted them to understand that the
restrictions of gender roles and the inequality of sexes is not right and can be stopped.
She suggests educating younger children and confronting those who openly
follow these guidelines set by society.
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Coming together
Tucker stepped up on the small raised stage for the last time for the night. He
stressed the importance of speaking up for what is right, so that one-day, we can all be
equal. Before finishing the event, he left the audience with these resonating words. Life
and society can be very challenging at times, he said. But dont let it define who you
become.
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