Statement by President Obama
Michelle
and I were saddened to hear of the passing of author, philosopher, and
activist Grace Lee Boggs. Grace dedicated her life to serving and
advocating for the rights of others – from her community activism in
Detroit, to her leadership in the civil rights movement, to her ideas
that challenged us all to lead meaningful lives. As the child of Chinese
immigrants and as a woman, Grace learned early on that the world needed
changing, and she overcame barriers to do just that. She understood the
power of community organizing at its core – the importance of bringing
about change and getting people involved to shape their own destiny.
Grace’s passion for helping others, and her work to rejuvenate
communities that had fallen on hard times spanned her remarkable 100
years of life, and will continue to inspire generations to come. Our
thoughts and prayers are with Grace’s family and friends, and all those
who loved her dearly.
More information on the life of the civil rights icon is available here.
Source: The White House, Office of the Press Secretary
Source: The White House, Office of the Press Secretary
From The G-Man proudly salutes the legacy of Grace Lee Boggs.
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