"I was determined to achieve the total freedom that our history lessons had taught us we were entitled to, no matter what the sacrifice."

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

"I did not feel any fear at all. I was just tired of being pushed around."

"As I look back on that day, it is clear that it was a day when the hand of God was upon me."

"Nobody can do it for you. You have to do it yourself."