The bus was among the first ways I realized there was a black world and a white world.
ROSA PARKSThere were times when it would have been easy to fall apart or to go in the opposite direction, but somehow I felt that if I took on more step, someone would come along to join me.
More Rosa Parks Quotes
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As long as people use tactics to oppress or restrict other people from being free, there is work to be done.
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When I see the leadership roles black women are taking today I am very encouraged.
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You must never be fearful about what you are doing when it is right.
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Everyone living together in peace and harmony and love – that’s the goal that we seek, and I think that the more people there are who reach that state of mind, the better we will all be.
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Stand for something or you will fall for anything. Today’s mighty oak is yesterday’s nut that held its ground.
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Victory or defeat? It is the slogan of all-powerful militarism in every belligerent nation. And yet, what can victory bring to the proletariat?
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I see the energy of young people as a real force for positive change.
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I don’t think well of people who are prejudiced against people because of race.
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Racial pride and self-dignity were emphasized in my family and community.
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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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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 believe we are here on the planet Earth to live, grow up and do what we can to make this world a better place for all people to enjoy freedom.
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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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I will always work for human rights for all people.
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Why do you all push us around?
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