Quote by Angela Davis

My name became known because I was, one might say accidentally the target of state repression and because so many people throughout the country and other parts of the world organized around the demand for my freedom.

My name became known because I was, one might say accidental

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This quote suggests that the person's name became widely recognized due to them unintentionally becoming a target of state repression. The individual's fame was further fueled by the efforts of people both within the country and globally, who rallied together to demand their release. This notable support from various sources contributed significantly to the person's prominence and their name spreading far and wide.

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