“Minority and underprivileged students rise to the occasion all the time--but it takes energy. It takes energy to be the only black person in a lecture hall or one of a few nonwhite people trying out for a play or joining an intramural team. It requires effort, an extra level of confidence, to speak in those settings and own your presence in the room.”
Michelle Obama, the former First Lady of the United States, was born on January 17, 1964. She is known for her elegant image, active social engagement, and commitment to education. During her time in the White House, she focused on children's health and nutrition issues, promoting a series of social reforms. more
“Courage is not the absence of fear, but the presence of hope despite it.”
“Courage isn't about not being scared... It's about carrying your fear into battle.”
“...to be a coward was to embark on a career that lasted a lifetime”
“Being a hero was much easier than being a coward.”
“Luck is only found where there is absolute courage.”