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We do not have to wait for a collective action.
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The statement says that action does not depend on everyone moving together. A person or smaller group can begin without waiting for a wider shared effort. It emphasizes initiative and rejects delay caused by waiting for collective agreement or participation.
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- Commonwealth Essays and Studies
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- Official Statement
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