Instead of judging people by their past, stand by them and help them build their future. Everyone has a past. Some are a source of pride, and others are best left behind. But whatever their past, people do change and grow, so instead of judging, stand by and support them as they move toward their future. Treat them with respect and make their journey your own.
I have long enjoyed the friendship and companionship of Republicans because I am by instinct a teacher, and I would like to teach them something.
Woodrow Wilson
This one is up near the top! Thanks!
This one is more in the spirit of the original post.
We have a powerful potential in our youth, and we must have the courage to change old ideas and practices so that we may direct their power toward good ends.
Mary McLeod Bethune
Thanks carl!
I love the way that you don't let stuff get too personal(based on politics) and can make jokes.
And also contribute some seriously positive stuff that has ZERO to do with ones political belief system.
Yes, mm, he demonstrates a very positive way to "carry-on".
Yes,Carl, we're talking about you,
John