The question is not whether we can afford to invest in every child; it is whether we can afford not to.

When President Kennedy was elected, many black Americans, like so many Americans, were captivated by his youth and energy and promise and were especially hopeful that he might move the country in a new direction on civil rights.

Be a good ancestor. Stand for something bigger than yourself. Add value to the Earth during your sojourn.

There are levels of outrage, and there's a point at which you can't be trespassed upon anymore.

Each American must remember and help America remember that the fellowship of human beings is more important than the fellowship of race and class and gender in a democratic society.

It really takes a community to raise children, no matter how much money one has. Nobody can do it well alone. And it's the bedrock security of community that we and our children need.

I get very upset with all of the crowd seekers today, and people out there trying to get on TV. It ain't about you. It's about trying to make the world more just for everybody.