No race that has anything to contribute to the markets of the world is long in any degree ostracized.

In proportion as one renders service he becomes great.

The time will come when the Negro in the South will be accorded all the political rights which his ability, character, and material possessions entitle him to.

Holding a grudge does not hurt the person against whom the grudge is held, it hurts the one who holds it.

We do not want the men of another color for our brothers-in-law, but we do want them for our brothers.

Great men cultivate love...only little men cherish a spirit of hatred

The highest test of the civilization of any race is in its willingness to extend a helping hand to the less fortunate.