A Quote by Harry Belafonte

I am a man who perceives life in a certain way, a man who rejects things that defecate on humankind, who rejects anything that will not give people room for dissent.

Harry Belafonte

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Harry Belafonte
American - Musician
Born: March 1, 1927

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