Agnes Scott College
| www.agnesscott.edu Atlanta, GA May 10, 2008 |
The Honorable Shirley Franklin, Mayor of Atlanta, GA: |
| "If there was ever a time in American history that epitomized young people leading our nation, it was the 1960s. History confirms that the students – young people like you – stood up, spoke up – for women, for African Americans, for peace, for freedom of speech – and acted up to make America’s promise real. (But) every generation makes a mark on history. |
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Today, I am inspired and energized by the thousands of young people who have chosen to be actively engaged in national politics. You are making your mark (and) shaping the political campaigns this season and public policy for this generation. (You have) changed the course of the current campaigns and shifted the debate. You are part of a revolution in American politics. Your continued activism can make an America as good as its promise. You have been prepared for leadership, prepared to meet the intellectual and social challenges of this time. Through your scholarship, your volunteer work, your vocation and your advocacy, you can lead from wherever you are. My sisters, we know women are agents for change in every society and country of the world. Class of 2008, stand up for social justice and fairness, speak up for human rights, act up for America’s promise. Lead America into a new generation, a time of universal peace, justice and human rights. You are the leaders of this time. Seize this time and do good deeds." |
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