Call me a joker, call me a fool, right at this moment I'm totally cool.
If you want to preach a revolutionary message, wear a suit.
The very right to be human is denied every day to hundreds of millions of people as a result of poverty, the unavailability of basic necessities such as food, jobs, water and shelter, education, health care and a healthy environment.
The most difficult matter is not so much to change the world as yourself.
Rhetoric is not important. Actions are.
It always seems impossible until its done.
Like slavery and apartheid, poverty is not natural. It is man-made and it can be overcome and eradicated by the actions of human beings. Overcoming poverty is not a gesture of charity. It is an act of justice. . . Sometimes it falls upon a generation to be great. You can be that great generation. Let your greatness blossom.
Your life is your ship and you are the captain. Choose your course, take the wheel firmly and get on your way.
I live in New York City, the stories of my films take place in New York; I'm a New York filmmaker.
I must dedicate my life to teaching my people, for only education would make their lot less bitter, their latent power more strong.
America, I don't think you can change history. " All the same, his expression looked hopeful. "Sure we can. Besides, who'd ever know about it but you and me?