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.
ROSA PARKSI see the energy of young people as a real force for positive change.
More Rosa Parks Quotes
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The bus was among the first ways I realized there was a black world and a white world.
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Knowing what must be done does away with fear.
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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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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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Why do you all push us around?
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I think when you say you’re happy, you have everything that you need and everything that you want, and nothing more to wish for.
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When I see the leadership roles black women are taking today I am very encouraged.
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If I stayed angry at other people, I would miss finding friends among those I was angry with.
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If 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.
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It is better to protest than to accept injustice.
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I was ready to die but give my consent never. Never, never.
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We will really be set back if people don’t take the time to learn about the candidates who are concerned about the well-being of all the citizens and vote.
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Black women are very capable of leading our organizations. I believe that firmly.
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There 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.
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