We black men seem the sole oasis of simple faith and reverence in a dusty desert of dollars and smartness.

The power of the ballot we need in sheer defense, else what shall save us from a second slavery?

The cause of war is preparation for war.

There may often be excuse for doing things poorly in this world, but there is never any excuse for calling a poorly done thing, well done.

Most men today cannot conceive of a freedom that does not involve somebody's slavery.

Honest and earnest criticism from those whose interests are most nearly touched,- criticism of writers by readers, of government by those governed, of leaders by those led, - this is the soul of democracy and the safeguard of modern society

Liberty trains for liberty.