An opportunity was being given to me to do what I had asked of others.
ROSA PARKSI see the energy of young people as a real force for positive change.
More Rosa Parks Quotes
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As long as we have bigotry and crime, we have work to do.
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Since I have always been a strong believer in God, I knew that He was with me, and only He could get me through that next step.
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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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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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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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You must never be fearful about what you are doing when it is right.
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God has always given me the strength to say what is right.
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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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I do the very best I can to look upon life with optimism and hope and looking forward to a better day.
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I had decided that I would not go anywhere with a piece of paper in my hand asking white folks for any favors. I had made that decision myself, as an individual.
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Each person must live their life as a model for others.
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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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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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If I can sit down for freedom, you can stand up for children.
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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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