This boldness in telling the truth overshadows sport greatly. You couldn't get Joe Frazier or no boxer on this show and get interest in a subject like this. He couldn't talk about it.

I want fifteen referees at this fight…because there ain’t no one man who can keep up with the pace I’m gonna set except me

I don't see no black and white couples in England or America walking around proud holding their children and going out.

It's not bragging if you can back it up.

Our only hope lies in the power of our love, generosity, tolerance and understanding and our commitment to making the world a better place for all.

I'm a fighter. I believe in the eye-for-an-eye business. I'm no cheek turner. I got no respect for a man who won't hit back. You kill my dog, you better hide your cat.

The man of least capacity is the one who shows himself incapable of self-correction.