We black women are the single group in the West intact. And anybody can see we're pretty shaky. We are, however (all praises), the only group that derives its identity from itself.

We need to make sure our children travel to see things. Not necessarily long distances but at least out of the neighborhood. On a train. A boat. An airplane.

Daddy says the world is a drum tight and hard and I told him I'm gonna beat out my own rhythm.

All systems require myths for their longevity.

Life is a process where people mix and match, fall apart and come back together.

Schools should be integrated by race and by class.

I really don't think life is about the I-could-have-beens. Life is only about the I-tried-to-do. I don't mind the failure but I can't imagine that I'd forgive myself if I didn't try.