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“Times are harder, and the people are changing. You know, most folks couldn't tell you who their neighbors are. All their guns are loaded; front doors are bolted. Ain't this old world taking hate and fear just a little too far?”
–From “Talk About The Good Times” by Jerry Reed; Elvis Presley song, 1973

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Only One

“I can’t accept this kingship thing because, to me, there’s only one, which is Christ.”
–Elvis Presley, 1974

Generosity of Spirit

“There are many things about my father, Elvis Presley, that so many others and I can admire eternally. He rose from humble beginnings and when the realization of his dreams and aspirations exceeded all that he had imagined, it gave others hope – a new awareness of their own potential, whatever challenges they might be facing in life. With his success came the accolades and respect he deserved. However, the fame also brought with it a harsh kind of scrutiny and judgment that no one should ever have to experience. The truth of his artistry and his character always rose above this. It always will. His place in our musical and cultural history, and in so many hearts, will always be secure.

One of the very special aspects of Elvis Presley’s character was his generosity of spirit. He expressed it with benefit concerts and charitable donations that were well known by the public. But most of what he did for others was done quietly, without publicity. My father never once forgot what it was like to want, to need, to do without. He spent most of his life bringing happiness to others, endlessly giving to those around him. It is one of the things that I admire most about him.”
–Lisa Marie Presley, ca. 2001

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