I would like to be remembered as a person who wanted to be free, so other people would be also free.
ROSA PARKSThe time had just come when I had been pushed as far as I could stand to be pushed.
More Rosa Parks Quotes
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I believe there is only one race – the human race.
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When people made up their minds that they wanted to be free and took action, then there was a change.
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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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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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Racial pride and self-dignity were emphasized in my family and community.
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My only concern was to get home after a hard day’s work.
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Each person must live their life as a model for others.
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I would like to be known as a person who is concerned about freedom and equality and justice and prosperity for all people.
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One person can change the world.
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Knowing what must be done does away with fear.
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I see the energy of young people as a real force for positive change.
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People need to free their minds of racial prejudice and believe in equality for all and freedom regardless of race.
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I did not get on the bus to get arrested. I got on the bus to go home.
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I had no idea that history was being made. I was just tired of giving up.
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You must never be fearful about what you are doing when it is right.
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