Jackie Robinson

Professional Baseball Player American 1919 – 1972

Broke baseball's color barrier in 1947, fighting racism throughout his career.

379 quotes

"We need to stand together against injustice."
Justice
"Life is a constant struggle between right and wrong."
Philosophy
"I choose to live my life so that others might live theirs more freely."
Freedom
"We must be willing to change our minds and adapt to new circumstances."
Change
"The power to change the world is within each of us."
Power
"True strength is knowing when to be gentle."
Strength
"We should treat all people with the same respect and dignity."
Kindness
"Humor helps us get through the difficult times."
Humor
"Our legacy is determined by the choices we make."
Leadership
"Time is our most precious resource."
Time
"We must face our fears to achieve our dreams."
Courage
"The measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort, but where he stands in moments of challenge and controversy."
"I have always believed that the human spirit is unbreakable."
Strength
"We need leaders who have the courage to stand up for what's right."
Leadership
"Success is not the most important thing; character is."
Wisdom
"We must work together to build a better world."
"Every person has the potential to do great things."
Inspiration
"We should never give up on our dreams, no matter how difficult they may seem."
Dreams
"Prejudice is a disease that afflicts the soul."
Justice
"We are all capable of making a difference in the world."
Motivation
"The bonds of friendship are stronger than any obstacle."
Friendship
"We must learn from the mistakes of the past to build a better future."
History
"I have always tried to do what I believe is right."
"The human spirit is capable of overcoming any adversity."
Hope
"We need to invest in education to build a stronger nation."
Education
"My life is as much a challenge as it is a blessing."
Life
"We must be willing to sacrifice for what we believe in."
Courage
"The greatest gift we can give to the world is our love."
Love
"Change comes from within each of us."
Change
"We should celebrate the diversity that makes us unique."