Cornel West:

We live in a moment in which there is a courage deficit. People want to be popular and comfortable. They don't have the courage to tell the truth.

— Cornel West Contemporary

Philosopher, public intellectual

Speech at Howard University in April 2011, discussing the importance of truth and love.

2011

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