He who would be free must strike the first blow.
Abolitionist, orator
He who would be free must strike the first blow.
Abolitionist, orator
Widely attributed, often cited in discussions of his philosophy of resistance.
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"I contend that the Negro, as a man, can and ought to be a voter, and if he cannot be one, his condition is not removed from that of a chattel."
Controversial"Neither I, nor any other man, can be free while others are enslaved."
Strange & Unusual"The greatest crimes against humanity are not committed by criminals, but by those who stand by and do nothing."
Controversial"Prejudice against color is stronger north than south; it hangs around my neck like a heavy weight."
Controversial"John Brown's zeal in the cause of freedom was infinitely superior to mine. Mine was as the taper light; his was as the burning sun. I could live for the slave; John Brown could die for him."
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