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Maya Angelou Human Family Essay

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Throughout history people have discriminated people because of their differences such as race, gender, sexuality, etc. but in recent years people have become more accepting of others despite what they make look like. In Maya Angelou’s poem “Human Family” she says “I note the obvious differences in the human family.” and “We are more alike, my friends, than we are unalike.” These two quotes mean that she notes these differences but focuses on the similarities they have. Maya Angelou also says “We seek success…” Her poem shows most can agree that their goal is to thrive and have a joyful life, but the way they we choose to thrive is what makes us different

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