“I would like to be known as a person who is concerned about freedom and equality and justice and prosperity for all people.”

People always say that I didn't give up my seat because I was tired, but that isn't true. The only tired I was, was tired of giving in.

Each person must live their life as a model for others.

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.

Difficulties are things that show a person what they are.

We're all just walking each other home.

I love my past. I love my present. Im not ashamed of what Ive had, and Im not sad because I have it no longer.

Slow down and enjoy life. It's not only the scenery you miss by going too fast — you also miss the sense of where you are going and why.