This valuable first-hand account of the historic Montgomery Bus Boycott, written by an important, behind-the-scenes organizer, evokes the emotional intensity of the civil rights struggle. It ought to be required reading for all Americans who value their freedom and the contribution of Black women to our history.
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When it's just us, I can be myself and know you'll love and understand me no matter what. You don't want anything from me except my happiness.Coretta King
The greatness of a community is most accurately measured by the compassionate actions of its members, a heart of grace and a soul generated by love.
Coretta King
The nation has lost a committed civil and human rights activist whose life and contributions have made a significant difference.
Coretta King
You are right that it is a hurtful, divisive symbol and I commend you for having the courage to tell it like it is at a time when too many other political leaders are equivocating on this issue.
Coretta King
We have a lot more work to do in our common struggle against bigotry and discrimination. I say 'common struggle' because I believe very strongly that all forms of bigotry and discrimination are equally wrong and should be opposed by right-thinking Americans everywhere. Freedom from discrimination based on sexual orientation is surely a fundamental human right in any great democracy, as much as freedom from racial, religious, gender, or ethnic discrimination.
Coretta King
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