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The danger of silence

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"We spend so much time listening to the things people are saying that we rarely pay attention to the things they don't," says poet and teacher Clint Smith. A short, powerful piece from the heart, about finding the courage to speak up against ignorance and injustice.

Aired August 15, 2014

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16 Comments
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Marlon S
Glad you now use your voice do pass it on...the knowledge
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Mishayla B
Beautiful...
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Emily Rose J
Ohhhhh I love it
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Jamie H
Beautiful and eye opening!
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Janet M
Bravo! well said!
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