As long as there is unemployment, war, crime and all things that go to the infliction of man’s inhumanity to man, regardless – there is much to be done, and people need to work together.
ROSA PARKS
An opportunity was being given to me to do what I had asked of others.
More Rosa Parks Quotes
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As long as there is unemployment, war, crime and all things that go to the infliction of man’s inhumanity to man, regardless – there is much to be done, and people need to work together.
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That was a difference between black slaves and white indentured servants. Black slaves were usually not allowed to keep their names, but were given new names by their owners.
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I knew someone had to take the first step and I made up my mind not to move.
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No, the only tired I was, was tired of giving in.
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When the history of this country is written, when a final accounting is done, it is this small, quiet woman whose name will be remembered long after the names of senators and presidents have been forgotten.
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I have learned over the years that when one’s mind is made up, this diminishes fear; knowing what must be done does away with fear.
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Whites would accuse you of causing trouble when all you were doing was acting like a normal human being instead of cringing.
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The time had just come when I had been pushed as far as I could stand to be pushed.
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Without vision, the people will perish, and without courage and inspiration, dreams will die – the dream of freedom and peace.
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I paid the same fare as others, and I felt violated. I was not going back.
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Our freedom is threatened every time one of our young people is killed by another child, every time a person gets stopped and beaten by the police because of the color of their skin.
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I was ready to die but give my consent never. Never, never.
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Differences of race, nationality or religion should not be used to deny any human being citizenship rights or privileges.
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Knowing what must be done does away with fear.
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Racial pride and self-dignity were emphasized in my family and community.
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The only way for prejudiced people to change is for them to decide for themselves that all human beings should be treated fairly.
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