“The classroom was a jail of other people’s interests. The library was open, unending, free.”
“Never forget that for 250 years black people were born into chains”
“The lesson of our history is that I, too, am America.”
“A writer wields the power to thrive on dialogue and reach into the human soul.”
“Going in one more round when you don’t think you can, that’s what makes all the differ...”
“There are moments when troubles enter our lives and we can do nothing to avoid them. But t...”
“If you don’t fight for what you want, don’t cry for what you lost.”
“What you’re thinking is what you’re becoming.”
“Respect is how to treat everyone, not just those you want to impress.”
“Do not go gentle — cause that rent is always due.”
“The voice of the intellect is a soft one, but it does not rest until it has gained a hearing.”
“The best way to avenge yourself is to not be like your enemy.”
“Try not to become a man of success. Rather become a man of value.”
“Doors will slam in your face. You must pick yourself up, dust yourself off, and knock agai...”
