Quote by Eldridge Cleaver

Respect commands itself and can neither be given nor withheld when it is due.

Respect commands itself and can neither be given nor withhel

Summary

This quote suggests that respect is a powerful force that demands acknowledgement and recognition. It cannot be controlled or manipulated by individuals to give or take away based on their whims. True respect is inherently deserving and independent of any external factors. It implies that respect naturally arises when it is deserved and cannot be artificially imposed or denied.

By Eldridge Cleaver

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