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Frederick Douglass: They should scorn the counsels of cowards, and hang their banner on the outer wall.

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They should scorn the counsels of cowards, and hang their banner on the outer wall.
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Frederick Douglass

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Douglass encourages courage and determination in the face of adversity, urging people to stand firm.

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