I say violence is necessary. Violence is a part of America's culture. It is as American as cherry pie. Americans taught the black people to be violent. We will use that violence to rid ourselves of oppression if necessary. We will be free, by any means necessary.

The man does not beat your head because you got a Cadillac or because you got a Ford; he beats you because you're black!

Black people must address itself to the causes of poverty. That's oppression in this country.

Individuals do not create rebellions; conditions do.

One of the lies that we tell ourselves is that we're making progress; but Huey's chair's empty.

When you understand your obligations to God then you can understand your obligations to society.

This is a very unforgiving country when you show this country its warts, when you hold the mirror up. If you happen not to share their beliefs, they'll kill you.