As I often say, we have come a long way from the days of slavery, but in 2014, discrimination and inequality still saturate our society in modern ways. Though racism may be less blatant now in many cases, its existence is undeniable.

James Brown lives, as long as someone steps out of their body and dances uncontrollably.

I disagree with Muhammad. I'm against hate, anti-Semitism and homophobia. This is not a village of hate. It's a village of hope. Don't let midgets give us a bad name. There are still giants in Harlem, giants who will stand up for our children.

We've got to look toward two years from now [January 2017] to at least provide some balance in congress.

Bill Clinton strikes me as the kind of guy who goes wherever the polls lead him, rather than leading the polls.

One of the things that`s offensive is saying in the fifth district there`s nothing going on. This is a very vast district. The congressman happens to represent me. And while there are always more things that we can do in every community, this is a very diverse district with all kinds of wonderful things.

I've never done anything else in my life other than preach and be an activist. Way before I was known.