Mandawuy Yunupingu quotes
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“Racism is a disease in society. We're all equal. I don't care what their colour is, or religion. Just as long as they're human beings they're my buddies.”
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“It's about people coming to an understanding, a realisation that we must bridge the gap, build bridges and make people aware of what's happening. The award gives me the kind of pride and understanding that most people wouldn't think of. It is strengthening the Yolgnu people, but it's also giving strength to Balanda people who otherwise don't have that kind of understanding...”
-- Mandawuy Yunupingu -
“The name Yunupingu means 'rock - rock that stands against time'. The name Yunupingu belonged to my grandad, like he was a hero in his time. It was passed down through the generations to my Father. It's a name that makes us understand who we are, where we're coming from and what our connections are to mother earth and the universe.”
-- Mandawuy Yunupingu
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“When you get to my age life seems little more than one long march to and from the lavatory.”
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“The greatest problem about old age is the fear that it may go on too long.”
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Source : Aaron Copland, Richard Kostelanetz (2004). “Aaron Copland: A Reader : Selected Writings 1923-1972”, p.32, Psychology Press
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“Ignorance, arrogance, and racism have bloomed as Superior Knowledge in all too many universities.”
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“One thing my wife says is bad about me is that I still care too much.”
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“The bottom line: health care reform is about the patient, not about the physician.”
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“I have no connection with Hollywood. I'm not interested. I don't care.”
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