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We, who are the living, possess the past. Tomorrow is for our martyrs.
James L. Farmer, Jr.
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About James L. Farmer, Jr.

James L. Farmer, Jr. was a Activist from United States (1920–1999).

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Who said "We, who are the living, possess the past. Tomorrow is for our martyrs."?
This quote is attributed to James L. Farmer, Jr., a Activist from United States.
When did James L. Farmer, Jr. live?
James L. Farmer, Jr. lived from 1920 – 1999.