I think we're all brothers - that's the truth. But the press gave us the name black Muslims to cut us off from the others.

My health is in the hands of Allah, who has ways of testing us. Whatever happens, happens. I a'int the greatest - it's Allah. I gave myself a job. I work for God.

I've never let anyone talk me into not believing in myself

Floyd Paterson? Boy, he's the complete opposite to me. He no way like me. They go down in history for just being athletes. I'm getting more praise and credit for doing what I'm doing now on this show than coming here and beating five of your English champions.

Get up and say Elijah Muhammad is wrong when he says white are the devil? They have to prove they are not the devil.

Some people have special resources inside, and when God blesses you to have more than others, you have a responsibility to use it right

I sought the advice and cooperation from all those around me- but not permission.