"People always say that I didn't give up my seat because I was tired, but that isn't true. I was not tired physically... No, the only tired I was, was tired of giving in."

"The bus was a symbol of the segregated South, and my refusal to move was a small act of defiance that sparked a movement."

"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."

"I would rather be a free man, than a slave in paradise."

"I hope that my actions will inspire others to stand up for what is right."