Calm and composed

Without freedom of speech and assembly, the A&T Four wouldn’t have been able to enter Woolworth’s and sit down at the counter. They also had a great deal of willpower and courage, which allowed them to follow through with the plan at all, and stay - or at least appear - calm and composed during an extremely tense situation. 

I also have freedom of speech and assembly, which allows me to publicly protest in the same way. I’m not sure if I have as much courage as them on a daily basis, but I think I would be able to work up a good amount in a situation where I would need it most. 

I am willing to use these strengths/privileges to challenge practically any injustice I witness in the world. I may not have the opportunity to challenge everything, but I am definitely willing to. 

Sonia Hug