"The most important thing for the white man is to be sure that he does not give way to the black man. We have got to keep our civilization pure."

"The Negro is not yet capable of self-government."

"I am not in the least afraid of the word 'radical.' When a man is afraid of the word 'radical,' it proves that he is not a radical."

"I have always been fond of the West African proverb: 'Speak softly and carry a big stick; you will go far.'"

"Unless we are willing to fight for our ideals, we shall lose them."