I did then what I knew how to do. Now that I know better, I do better
American poet, singer, memoirist, and civil rights activist. She published seven autobiographies, three books of essays, several books of poetry, and is credited with a list of plays, movies, and television shows.
A wise man always has something to say, whereas a fool always needs to say something.
Take care of your cents: Dollars will take care of themselves
We should feel sorrow, but not sink under its oppression
The past is already gone, the future is not yet here. There’s only one moment for you to live
Violence can only breed more violence and suffering. Our struggle must remain non-violent and free of hatred
Courtesy costs nothing, but buys everything
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