There are many brave African-Americans. They need to be inspired by those of us who have a platform. ~ Maxine Waters

Love is that condition in the human spirit so profound that it allows one to survive, and better than that, to thrive with passion, compassion, and style. ~ Maya Angelou

Just like you can buy grades of silk, you can buy grades of justice. ~ Ray Charles

There isn't a certain time we should set aside to talk about God. God is part of our every waking moment. ~ Marva Collins

Be black, shine, aim high. ~ Leontyne Price

Expect nothing. Live frugally On surprise. ~ Alice Walker

God gives nothing to those who keep their arms crossed. ~ African Proverb

There is no labor a person does that is undignified; if they do it right.~ Bill Cosby

The powers of single black men flash here and there like falling stars, and die sometimes before the world has rightly gauged their brightness. ~ W.E.B. Du Bois

God has blessed you when he lets you believe in somebody. ~ Billie Holiday

People who make a living doing something they don't enjoy wouldn't even be happy with a one-day work week. ~ Duke Ellington

All racists are irresponsible. ~ James Baldwin

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