“I AM SOMEBODY”

By Vernalee

With the passing of Civil Rights Icon, the Rev. Jesse Jackson, we are left with many of his famous quotes and words. “I am Somebody” is one of his famous passages that will forever resonate in my heart and my soul. These words are just as relevant now as they were when Rev. Jackson first said them years ago. They uplift you, inspire you, and give you hope. Symbolically, you feel them moving through your soul!

Here you go!

"I am Somebody! I am Somebody!

I may be poor, But I am Somebody.

I may be young, But I am Somebody.

I may be on welfare, But I am Somebody.

I may be small, But I am Somebody.

I may have made mistakes, But I am Somebody.

My clothes are different, My face is different, My hair is different, But I am Somebody.

I am Black, Brown, or White.

I speak a different language

But I must be respected, protected, never rejected.

I am God's child! I am Somebody!"

— Rev. Jesse Jackson

-Rest in Peace-