Worth It

Reads 40
Votes 6
Parts 3
Time 27m

Reads 40
Votes 6
Parts 3
Time 27m

Mature

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"It is a call for black people in this country to unite, to recognize their heritage, to build a sense of community. It is a call for black people to define their own goals, to lead their own organizations." A quote by Stokely Carmichael which I'd like many people to see. This is one of my first stories where I plan to put a lot of effort in. 

The tale of an African American family who struggles with the many hardships of being of color. Read this to find out why being of colored is, worth it.All Rights Reserved

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