I'm no idealist to believe firmly in the integrity of our courts and in the jury system - that is no ideal to me, it is a living, working reality.

People generally see what they look for, and hear what they listen for.

Why reasonable people go stark raving mad when anything involving a Negro comes up, is something I don't pretend to understand.

When stalking one’s prey, it is best to take one’s time. Say nothing, and as sure as eggs he will become curious and emerge.

I try to give'em a reason, you see. It helps folks if they can latch onto a reason.

One must lie under certain circumstances and at all times when one can't do anything about them.

You see they could never, never understand that I live like I do because that's the way I want to live.