Comedian and activist Dick Gregory died on August 19, 2017 at the age of 84. Gregory was an amazingly successful and extremely funny comic, his routine consisting of commentary on politics and race relations at a time when that was uncommon for black comedians. Gregory's style and artistic bravery influenced generations of comedians. As an activist, he protested and spoke out for causes like the Civil Rights Movement and animal rights. He even ran for president in 1968. Here are ten vocabulary words drawn from quotes from the unique mind of Dick Gregory.
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