We are a people in a quandary about the present. We are a people in search of our future. We are a people in search of a national community.
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I live a day at a time. Each day I look for a kernel of excitement. In the morning, I say 'What is my exciting thing for today' Then, I do the day. Don't ask me about tomorrow.Barbara Jordan
Let there be no illusions about the difficulty of forming this kind of a national community. It's tough, difficult, not easy. But a spirit of harmony will survive in America only if each of us remembers that we share a common destiny.
Barbara Jordan
We call ourselves public servants but I'll tell you this: we as public servants must set an example for the rest of the nation. It is hypocritical for the public official to admonish and exhort the people to uphold the common good.
Barbara Jordan
If we promise as public officials, we must deliver. If we as public officials propose, we must produce.
Barbara Jordan
I felt somehow for many years that George Washington and Alexander Hamilton just left me out by mistake. But through the process of amendment, interpretation, and court decision, I have finally been included in "We, the people."
Barbara Jordan
The citizens of America expect more. They deserve and they want more than a recital of problems.
Barbara Jordan
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