Activists Quote by Jesmyn Ward

I'm energized by the Black Lives Matter movement, just as many people are in the nation.

— Mike Espy

I think Black Lives Matter is a necessary, modern group of activism and should be applauded. I encourage them to continue in their efforts.

— Ron Stallworth

The Black Lives Matter movement has spawned all kinds of activism.

— Justin Simien

Myself and the co-founders of the Black Lives Matter movement have been called terrorists, but in truth, we are loving women whose life experiences…

— Patrisse Cullors

I totally understand, believe in, and support Black Lives Matter.

— Big Daddy Kane

I am part of a legacy of queer black women who have fought for the freedom of black people across the globe.

— Patrisse Cullors

Black Lives Matter started from a post that I put on Facebook after the acquittal of George Zimmerman. I woke up in the middle…

— Alicia Garza

If you understand the Black Lives Matter movement, there's no central leadership of the movement. This is an organic, grassroots movement all around America.

— Cory Booker

I was in awe of previous black liberation struggle leaders - Sojourner Truth, Ida B. Wells. I wanted to be part of something bigger…

— Opal Tometi

My activism did not spring from being black...The racial injustice that was present in this country during my youth was a challenge to my…

— Bayard Rustin

You know I think with Black Lives Matter, it is extremely special and important. I definitely feel that.

— Lil B

I understand that we want to be in the middle of protests with our bodies and we want people to know that we're there…

— Bam Adebayo