A rule without exceptions is an instrument capable of doing mischief to the innocent and bringing grief - as well as injustice - to those who should gain exemptions from the rule's functioning.

Slavery is, as an example of what white America has done, a constant reminder of what white America might do.

Courage is a finite resource, it is exhausted by the terrors we face.

My wife says I spend my life trying to teach white folks. I'm not so sure I'm proud of it, but she's right.

We live in a system that espouses merit, equality, and a level playing field, but exalts those with wealth, power, and celebrity, however gained.

All ethical people strive to choose "right" over "easy" when confronted by situations that force them to choose one or the other.

Resistance is a powerful motivator precisely because it enables us to fulfill our longing to achieve our goals while letting us boldly recognize and name the obstacles to those achievements.