Douglas Pershing Quotes & Sayings

He nods. "Remember," he says more confidently than before. "This is not our fight. This is not our home. This is not our battle. This is not our war. Not ours alone. This is a battle for freedom, equality, and the right to happiness. This is an Ordinary battle, and we cannot succeed without them. — Douglas Pershing

He is brave, strong, and true. He isn't full of anger or hatred. He doesn't fight this battle out of fear for our planet or hatred of our enemies. He fights out of love. He loves these people he doesn't even know, simply because they exist. He will fight to the death for them, simply because he can. If necessary, he will die for them simply because it's right. — Douglas Pershing

I have to admit, Tanner can be a smart kid. You know, when he's not too busy being completely useless.
(Ryland Ascunse) — Douglas Pershing

This generation a Shifter will arise, Hidden amongst the lost and lies. A great many will see The life that could be. The universe will shake; The greatest among us will quake. The towers will fall. The ruled will rule all. — Douglas Pershing

I try to protest, but Marcus says, "Do you really think anyone is prepared to mount an assault against the rulers? What they need is someone to inspire them, and you," he looks at our little group, "are their inspiration, their hope. Like it or not, they look to you for leadership. And you will lead them. — Douglas Pershing

In that moment, I don't see the brother that I grew up with. I don't see the geek who can't use an iPod. I don't see the kid who can't throw a football to save his life. I see the man he will become. I see a leader, strong, pure, unconquered. — Douglas Pershing