Nothing could stop Mississippi.

I know that the Black emphasis must be not against white but FOR Black.

I've always thought of myself as a reporter. When people ask why I don't stop writing, I say, `Look at what's happening in this world. Every day there's something exciting or disturbing to write about.’ With all that's going on, how could I stop?

Exhaust the little moment. Soon it dies. And be it gash or gold it will not come again in this identical guise.

Art hurts. Art urges voyages - and it is easier to stay at home.

Abortions will not let you forget. You remember the children you got that you did not get.

I am interested in telling my particular truth as I have seen it.