In each experience of my life, I have had to step out of one little space of the known light, into a large area of darkness. I had to stand awhile in the darkness, and then gradually God has given me light. But not to linger in. For as soon as that light has felt familiar, then the call has always come to step out ahead again into new darkness.

World peace and brotherhood are based on a common understanding of the contributions and cultures of all races and creeds

We have a powerful potential in our youth, and we must have the courage to change old ideas and practices so that we may direct their power toward good ends.

The whole world opened to me when I learned to read.

Believe in yourself, learn, and never stop wanting to build a better world.

Whatever the white man has done, we have done, and often better.

I never stop to plan. I take things step-by-step.