There is a lack of interest in voting in the United States, and that troubles me. It is very necessary that people get registered, study the issues and be aware of the politics of our country. We will really be set back if people don't take the time to learn about the candidates who are concerned about the well-being of all the citizens and vote.

Whatever my individual desires were to be free, I was not alone. There were many others who felt the same way.

When that white driver stepped back toward us, when he waved his hand and ordered us up and out of our seats, I felt a determination cover my body like a quilt on a winter night.

Memories of our lives, of our works and our deeds will continue in others.

I had given up my seat before, but this day, I was especially tired. Tired from my work as a seamstress, and tired from the ache in my heart.

There is no future without education.

Stand for something or you will fall for anything. Today's mighty oak is yesterday's nut that held its ground.