I paid the same fare as others, and I felt violated. I was not going back.
ROSA PARKSThere is no future without education.
More Rosa Parks Quotes
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As long as people use tactics to oppress or restrict other people from being free, there is work to be done.
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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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No, the only tired I was, was tired of giving in.
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God has always given me the strength to say what is right.
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I believe we are here on the planet Earth to live, grow up and do what we can to make this world a better place for all people to enjoy freedom.
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I would like to be known as a person who is concerned about freedom and equality and justice and prosperity for all people.
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I knew someone had to take the first step and I made up my mind not to move.
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Time begins the healing process of wounds cut deeply by oppression.
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Racial pride and self-dignity were emphasized in my family and community.
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I was determined to achieve the total freedom that our history lessons.
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People need to free their minds of all racial prejudice.
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I don’t think well of people who are prejudiced against people because of race.
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I did not get on the bus to get arrested. I got on the bus to go home.
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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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