What’s a quote from a Black author that inspired and had a profound impact on you?
Michelle B., Los Angeles
“Every white person in this country knows one thing. They know that they would not like to be black here. If they know that, they know everything they need to know. And whatever else they may say is a lie.” – James Baldwin
Asafo Akofena, Tema, Ghana
“When you are filled with self-hate, your mind is reversed. Meaning you will love the things that destroy you, and you will hate the things that advance your growth.” – Dr. Amos Nelson Wilson
Bryan Dunston, Washington, D.C.
“If you can only be tall because somebody is on their knees, then you have a serious problem. And my feeling is that white people have a very, very serious problem, and they should start thinking about what they can do about it. Take me out of it.” – Toni Morrison
Patrick F., New York
“When you stand and share your story in an empowering way, your story will heal you, and your story will heal somebody else.” – Iyanla Vanzant
Regina Bradley, Chicago
“I can’t believe what you say when I see what you do.” – James Baldwin
Compiled by Sarafina Wright