It is a call for black people in this country to unite, to recognize their heritage, to build a sense of community. It is a call for black people to define their own goals, to lead their own organizations.

I place my own hope for the United States in the growth of belief among the unqualified that they are in fact qualified: they can articulate and be responsible and hold power

We were aware of the fact that death walks hand in hand with struggle.

Our grandfathers had to run, run, run. My generation's out of breath. We ain't running no more.

I usually say I did the best I could with what I had. I have no major regrets.

Capitalism is a stupid system, a backward system

The masses don't shed their blood for the benefit of a few individuals.