05/30/2010
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"Rosa Parks may not have been planning to make history, but her defiance spurred a movement that advanced our journey toward justice and equality for all."
"It has taken acts of courage from generations of fearless and hopeful Americans to make our country more just."
"Their actions stirred the conscience of Americans of every background, and their resilience in the face of fierce violence and intimidation ultimately led to the desegregation of public transportation..."
"Michelle and I send our thoughts and prayers to Ed's loved ones and to the city that survives him."