Jazz speaks for life. This is triumphant music.

I am what I am because of who we all are.

Like anybody, I would like to have a long life. Longevity has its place. But I'm not concerned about that now. I just want to do God's will.

That old law about 'an eye for an eye' leaves everybody blind. The time is always right to do the right thing.

Today we know with certainty that segregation is dead. The only question remaining is how costly will be the funeral.

Every person must stand up and be accountable, but be responsible for their actions.

War is a poor chisel to carve out tomorrow.