I refused to accept that my skin color determined my destiny... - James Meredith

"I refused to accept that my skin color determined my destiny."

James Meredith Freedom

Civil Rights Activist, Military American Born 1933 (age 93)

More from James Meredith

"A man is not inferior because he is black."

"You can't go forward while looking backward."

"I am a living witness to the power of faith."

"Education is the great equalizer of society."

"Freedom to pursue your passion is precious."

"Freedom comes at a cost."

"Order isn't restriction. It's freedom."

"Freedom comes with responsibility"