Defining myself, as opposed to being defined by others, is one of the most difficult challenges I face.
Carol Moseley BraunI was the only person of color in the Senate, and my colleagues were Strom Thurmond, Jesse Helms and Trent Lott.
Carol Moseley BraunMy parents were always philosophizing about how to bring about change. To me, people who didn't try to make the world a better place were strange.
Carol Moseley BraunWell, if you pick a fight with somebody that's smaller than you and you beat them, where's the honor in that?
Carol Moseley BraunI am determined to try to rebuild and renew this country in ways that will build community and level the playing field. To me, that means making certain that the fight to preserve our civil liberties is waged, making certain the fight against discrimination is waged, making certain that women have opportunity in this country.
Carol Moseley Braun