An opportunity was being given to me to do what I had asked of others.
ROSA PARKSIf you want to be respected for your actions, then your behavior must be above reproach. If our lives demonstrate that we are peaceful, humble, and trusted, this is recognized by others.
More Rosa Parks Quotes
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I learned to put my trust in God and to see Him as my strength.
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I believe there is only one race – the human race.
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People need to free their minds of all racial prejudice.
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Each person must live their life as a model for others.
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I see the energy of young people as a real force for positive change.
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Racial pride and self-dignity were emphasized in my family and community.
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You cannot always control the powers-that-be. You just have to have faith and stand by the things you believe in.
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My only concern was to get home after a hard day’s work.
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Have you ever been hurt and the place tries to heal a bit, and you just pull the scar off of it over and over again.
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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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No, the only tired I was, was tired of giving in.
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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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I had given up my seat before, but this day, I was especially tired. Tired from my work as a seamstress, and tired from the ache in my heart.
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It takes more than one person to bring about peace – it takes all of us.
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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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