Bearing witness Quote by Bianca Jagger

“The mere fact of an American being present could help save the lives of innocent people. That's why I believe in the importance of bearing witness, to become a voice for the voiceless.” quote by Bianca Jagger — Download Open image

“The mere fact of an American being present could help save the lives of innocent people. That's why I believe in the importance of bearing witness, to become a voice for the voiceless.”

Bianca Jagger

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