Man's greatness consists in his ability to do and the proper application of his powers to things needed to be done.
Frederick DouglassIf the Negro knows enough to pay taxes to support the government, he knows enough to vote; taxation and representation should go together. If he knows enough to shoulder a musket and fight for the flag, fight for the government, he knows enough to vote.
Frederick DouglassSlaves were expected to sing as well as to work. A silent slave was not liked, either by masters or overseers.
Frederick DouglassYou are not judged by the height you have risen, but from the depth you have climbed.
Frederick Douglass