We know nothing about Africa, although our roots are there in terms of our forbearers. But I mean as far as the average Negro today, he knows nothing about Africa. And I think he's got to face the fact that he is an American, his culture is basically American, and one becomes adjusted to this when he realizes what, what he is.

To accept injustice or segregation passively is to say to the oppressor that his actions are morally right.

The Christian faith makes it possible for us nobly to accept that which cannot be changed, and to meet disappointments and sorrow with an inner poise, and to absorb the most intense pain without abandoning our sense of hope.

The greatness of man cannot be seen in the hours of comfort and convenience, but rather in moments of conflict/adversity

The law of "An eye for an eye" will eventually leave everyone blind.

Negro leaders sought to negotiate with the city fathers. But the political leaders consistently refused to engage in good-faith negotiation.

Love is a usually force able of transforming an rivalry into friend.