I knew someone had to take the first step and I made up my mind not to move.
ROSA PARKSI 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.
More Rosa Parks Quotes
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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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Why do you all push us around?
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I had no idea that history was being made. I was just tired of giving up.
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Racism is still with us. But it is up to us to prepare our children for what they have to meet, and, hopefully, we shall overcome.
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Black women are very capable of leading our organizations. I believe that firmly.
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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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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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Without vision, the people will perish, and without courage and inspiration, dreams will die – the dream of freedom and peace.
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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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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 will always work for human rights for all people.
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I paid the same fare as others, and I felt violated. I was not going back.
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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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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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