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| “Differences of race, nationality or religion should not be used to deny
any human being citizenship rights or privileges. Life is to be lived
to its fullest so that death is just another chapter. Memories of our
lives, of our works and our deeds will continue in others.” — Life magazine, 1988 |
On
December 1, 1955, the 42-year-old was headed home from her job as a
seamstress at Montgomery Fair department store in her hometown of
Montgomery, Alabama when she made history. After she boarded the bus and
took a seat, she and the three others in her row were told by the
driver to stand up and move to the back, making more seats for white
passengers as the bus filled.
Famously, Parks refused to vacate the seat. Her courageous act of defiance resulted in her being arrested and later found guilty of disorderly conduct. In addition to the arrest, she lost her job as a seamstress and her husband also lost his job after being forbidden from talking about the legal case. Although Parks' brave actions landed her behind bars, her impact sparked change and catapulted her into history books. Taking a stand against the segregation laws, Parks inspired the African American community to boycott buses for 381 days, which became known as the Montgomery Bus Boycott — and was led by newcomer Martin Luther King, Jr.
For the remainder of her life, she continued to fight against racial prejudice and discrimination. Although Parks passed away in 2005, her legacy lives on. Just like her unprecedented actions and undeniable courage influenced society, let these inspirational Rosa Parks quotes serve as a reminder to always fight for what’s right... READ MORE https://www.womansday.com/life/a42528046/rosa-parks-quotes/
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