At the time I was arrested I had no idea it would turn into this. It was just a day like any other day. The only thing that made it significant was that the masses of the people joined in.
- Rosa Parks
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.
- Rosa Parks
I would like to be remembered as a person who wanted to be free... so other people would also be free.
- Rosa Parks
Memories of our lives, of our works and our deeds will continue in others.
- Rosa Parks
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.
- Rosa Parks