African american Quote by Russell Simmons Download Open image “Embrace struggle... It is your greatest teacher.” — Russell Simmons ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 3.6 out of 5 (5 ratings) Copy quoteShare African american Best teacher Embrace Encouraging Entrepreneur Happy life Inspirational Life Life and love Struggle Teacher
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I think I will always have a connection to young people, to try to bring their voices to the polls, bring their voices wherever… — Russell Simmons Copy Share Image
The best defense for any group of people is what we do to defend other people. — Russell Simmons Copy Share Image
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I try to use my voice. I know that celebrity is valuable, and people do listen. — Russell Simmons Copy Share Image
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