In her own simple way, Rosa Parks changed the history of our nation. She forced us to recognize the dignity of every person. She was a prophet -- a common instrument of God inviting us and challenging us to a new vision of solidarity, equality and justice. We were blessed to have her as citizen of Detroit. Adam Maida More Adam Maida Quotes 3
Yemen has a great history of a civil war between the north and the south. The country was only recently reunited, back in 1990. You have about 16 to 17 million people; you have about 50 million guns. It's basically a country that is pretty trigger happy. It's very generous, very hospitable to foreigners, but on the other hand, there's always that element of risk. John Andrews More John Andrews Quotes 1
It was one of the worst, most violent days in the history of Boston. John Powers More John Powers Quotes 1
Colorado Springs is one of the best places in the world to see the history of the Earth. Kirk Johnson More Kirk Johnson Quotes 1
We're going through probably the greatest transformation in American history of any city in this short period of time, ... I just want to savor every moment of it. Manny Diaz More Manny Diaz Quotes 1
It is the first time in the history of Rwanda that political change in the highest leadership of the country has taken place in peace and security. Paul Kagame More Paul Kagame Quotes 1
For the first time in the history of the Palestinian people, they are being given the chance to rule completely a territory with defined borders. Shimon Peres More Shimon Peres Quotes 1
That she's the worst driver in the history of drivers. If I know she's going somewhere, I stay home. [When asked what time has taught him about Jennifer Aniston]. Matthew Perry More Matthew Perry Quotes 1
When the history of this country is written, when a final accounting is done, it is this small, quiet woman whose name will be remembered long after the names of senators and presidents have been forgotten. Rosa Parks American Activist More Rosa Parks Quotes 1
In the history of the Rome Center, there's always been a kind of tug between Chicago and Rome, ... The people who are in charge of the Rome Center feel as though they're under constraints from Chicago and the people in Chicago want to treat the Rome Center as if that's an extension of our school here.... If it's true that no full-time faculty are going over there at all ... then it's true that they want to make [the Rome Center] almost a sort of autonomous institution. Kenneth Thompson More Kenneth Thompson Quotes 0
We're not going to get caught up in the history of [the rivalry]. We're going to play like it's just another away game, which it pretty much is. Kevin Kruger More Kevin Kruger Quotes 0
Mike Piazza is one of the greatest-hitting catchers in the history of baseball and has his name written all over the major league record books. This is an exciting addition to our club and we are thrilled to see him add to those numbers while wearing a Padres uniform. Kevin Towers More Kevin Towers Quotes 0
His acceleration and speed is unmatched in the history of the NFL. You can't compare him to anyone. Kimo von Oelhoffen More Kimo von Oelhoffen Quotes 0
[When Rob Butcher, director of media relations, told Dunn,] Only 25 players in the history of the game have 1,000 extra-base hits, ... Thanks, Rob, that's all I wanted to know. Adam Dunn More Adam Dunn Quotes 0
We have not had a long history of doing that. It's just been the last couple of years. Being involved in public policy allows our members to express opinions and provide a conduit of public discussion. Russ Hagen More Russ Hagen Quotes 0
Rotisserie baseball may be the most ridiculous duplication of effort in the history of human beings, but that's hardly a concern. Sam Walker More Sam Walker Quotes 0
He will be remembered for being the strongest political figure in the history of the Cuban exile community, but the coverage he received during that period made him very controversial among Anglo voters. It made it very difficult for him to cross over, which you need in Miami-Dade to win in larger districts. Sergio Bendixen More Sergio Bendixen Quotes 0
Things happen over the 100-year history of a site like that. Sarah Trombetta More Sarah Trombetta Quotes 0
Korea has a long history of turning a blind eye to corporate crime. Shawn Hayes More Shawn Hayes Quotes 0
The successful history of conservation in the Big Woods of Arkansas is a result of great partnerships federal and state agencies working with other organizations, local communities, hunters and landowners. And this addition to the Cache River National Wildlife Refuge is the latest success story - one that will add habitat for waterfowl as well as the ivory-bill and other species that live in these magnificent woods. Scott Simon More Scott Simon Quotes 0
I think it's totally cultural ? we don't have the history of a mating dance. It's very difficult for men to approach women here I get a lot of rolled eyes. In New York and L.A., at least they understand it's part of the dating ritual. Scott Swanson More Scott Swanson Quotes 0
With the rich cultural heritage and history of the state, coupled with its location, the University of Arizona is positioned to be a national leader on Latin American scholarship and international policy. Scott Whiteford More Scott Whiteford Quotes 0
For example, we have a soccer player who is signing up for the program, and he has a history of back problems. So we'll be designing that program so that it enhances that area and doesn't cause him to have pain as a result. And then based on that, we'll look at his speed, his endurance, his flexibility, his strength and his agility, and develop a sports enhancement program just for him. Sherri LeCompte More Sherri LeCompte Quotes 0
Throughout the history of game development, the game control mechanism has become more and more sophisticated, ... Perhaps those who have quit gaming or who have never played games look at the game controller and think it's too difficult to play, even before they dare to touch it. Satoru Iwata More Satoru Iwata Quotes 0