Nelson Mandela dedicated his life to fighting racism, enriching education and connecting communities to democratic freedoms.

He passed away Thursday, but his lifetime of campaigning for equality is immortalized through Mandela's iconic quest for justice. Mandela spent much of his life in prison so others could be free; instead of discouraging him, this only motivated his efforts to lead political reform. He was honored with the Nobel Peace Prize and went on to become South Africa's first black president. Even after death, his achievements will not cease. Mandela will inspire generation after generation to regard tolerance and civil rights as their humane duty.

For today's Daily Action, honor Nelson Mandela for his incredible work for justice.

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