14 Harvey Milk Quotes That Will Inspire You

Although he only served 11 months in office, Harvey Milk left a lasting impression as the first openly gay person to be elected to office in California and a tireless voice for LGBT rights. In honor of his birthday, here's a reminder that his words are as resonant now as they were 35 years ago.

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All quotes from The Harvey Milk Interviews: In His Own Words and Randy Shilts' The Mayor of Castro Street. For more information, visit the Harvey Milk Foundation.