Thought for Today

An Equal Chance in the Battle of Life

“My race needs no special defense, for the past history of them in this country proves them to be equal of any people anywhere. All they need is an equal chance in the battle of life.” — Robert Smalls, Slave who went on to serve in the South Carolina State legislature and the United States House ofContinue reading “An Equal Chance in the Battle of Life”

We’re All Teachers

“I truly believe that everything that we do and everyone that we meet is put in our path for a purpose. There are no accidents; we’re all teachers – if we’re willing to pay attention to the lessons we learn, trust our positive instincts and not be afraid to take risks or wait for someContinue reading “We’re All Teachers”

Just U.S. History

“Won’t it be wonderful when black history and native American history and Jewish history and all of U.S. history is taught from one book. Just U.S. history.” —Maya Angelou Read more at: https://www.brainyquote.com/topics/black_history

Believe in Yourself

“You have to believe in yourself when no one else does — that makes you a winner right there.” – Venus Williams, Olympic gold medalist in tennis

The Price of Hating

“The price of hating other human beings is loving oneself less.” – Eldridge Cleaver, American writer, political activist, early leader of the Black Panther Party

We Must Still Dare to Hope

“In a world filled with hate, we must still dare to hope. In a world filled with anger, we must still dare to comfort. In a world filled with despair, we must still dare to dream. And in a world filled with distrust, we must still dare to believe.” – Michael Jackson, American Singer, SongwriterContinue reading “We Must Still Dare to Hope”