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Since I have always been a strong believer in God, I knew that He was with me, and only He could get me through that next step.

— Rosa Parks Quiet Strength (2000)

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It is better to continue to try to teach or live equality and love, than it would be to have hatred and prejudice.

I would like to be known as a person who is concerned about freedom and equality and justice and prosperity for all people.

God has always given me the strength to say what is right... I had the strength of God and my ancestors with me.

From my upbringing and the Bible I learned people should stand up for rights just as the children of Israel stood up to the Pharaoh.

I have learned over the years that when one's mind is made up, this diminishes fear; knowing what must be done does away with fear.

Quiet Strength (2000)

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