Follow your instincts. That's where true wisdom manifests itself.

When I believe in something, I'm like a dog with a bone.

I was going to do something for the black man of South if it would cost my life.

Virtue knows no color line, and the chivalry which depends upon complexion of skin and texture of hair can command no honest respect.

The reality is: sometimes you lose. And you're never too good to lose. You're never too big to lose. You're never too smart to lose. It happens.

Often we don't even realize who we're meant to be because we're so busy trying to live out someone else's ideas. But other people and their opinions hold no power in defining our destiny.