Sojourner Truth

"I want to tell the world what has been done to me and my people."

"I have heard a great deal about the colonization of Africa by colored people."

"I believe in doing my duty and in speaking the truth."

"I have lived through a great many years and seen a great many changes."

"I want the colored people to get their rights and nothing but their rights."

"I will never turn back; I shall go forward until I die."

"I have been a witness to the power of truth and righteousness."

"I ask the colored people to look forward with hope."

"I have found the way that leads to peace and happiness."

"I believe that all people are capable of great things."

"I want my people to understand that freedom is a precious thing."

"I have spoken what I believe to be truth, and I leave the rest to God."

"I am not going to sit down in a corner and do nothing because I am old."

"I believe in hard work and honesty in all my dealings."

"I have learned that the best way to help others is to be honest."

"I want to see all people treated with dignity and respect."

"I believe that God is no respecter of persons."

"I have been through much hardship, but I never lost my faith."

"I want women to have the right to earn their own living."

"I believe that education is the key to progress."

"I have seen the cruelty of slavery and I want it to end."

"I will continue to speak for those who cannot speak for themselves."

"I believe that all people deserve equal rights and treatment."

"I have made up my mind to tell my story to whoever will listen."

"I want to see a world where truth and justice prevail."

"I believe in the power of the human spirit to overcome adversity."

"I have been blessed with the ability to speak and I will use it."

"I want all people to know that they have value and worth."

"I believe that we must work together to build a better world."

"I have lived a long life and learned many lessons."