Emma Lazarus quote: “I am perfectly conscious that this contempt…”

A quotation from the American poet, Emma Lazarus
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I am perfectly conscious that this contempt and hatred underlies the general tone of the community towards us, and yet when I even remotely hint at the fact that we are not a favorite people I am accused of stirring up strife and setting barriers between the two sects.

– Emma Lazarus –

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This quote is by Emma Lazarus (1849-1887), American Poet

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