Stand for something or you will fall for anything. Today’s mighty oak is yesterday’s nut that held its ground.
ROSA PARKSWhen people made up their minds that they wanted to be free and took action, then there was a change.
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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Black women are very capable of leading our organizations. I believe that firmly.
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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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Racial pride and self-dignity were emphasized in my family and community.
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Knowing what must be done does away with fear.
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Whatever my individual desires were to be free, I was not alone. There were many others who felt the same way.
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Nothing in the Golden Rule says that others will treat us as we have treated them. It only says that we must treat others in a way that we would want to be treated.
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Each person must live their life as a model for others.
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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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I want to be treated like a human being.
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When I see the leadership roles black women are taking today I am very encouraged.
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One person can change the world.
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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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I will always work for human rights for all people.
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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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