Being considerate of others will take your children further in life than any college degree.
Marian Wright EdelmanIn my generation, we learned how to be leaders by being exposed to and involved with adults who empowered us and gave us a sense that we could choose things. We've let down the generations coming behind us and we are trying to re- establish that connection.
Marian Wright EdelmanTo all those mothers and fathers who are struggling with teen-agers, I say, just be patient: even though it looks like you can't do anything right for a number of years, parents become popular again when kids reach 20.
Marian Wright EdelmanYou can achieve much in life if you don't mind doing the work and giving someone else the credit.
Marian Wright Edelman