"Surely the day will come when color means nothing more than the skin tone, when religion is seen uniquely as a way to speak one's soul, when birth places have the weight of a throw of the dice and all men are born free, when understanding breeds love and brotherhood."
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Josephine Baker, born in St. Louis, Missouri, in 1906, emerged as a trailblazing performer, civil rights activist, and cultural icon. Rising to fame in the 1920s, she captivated audiences with her electrifying dance and unique style, becoming the first Black woman to star in a major motion picture. Beyond her artistic achievements, Baker boldly challenged racial stereotypes and fought for civil rights, aligning herself with the French Resistance during WWII. Her legacy endures as a symbol of resilience and empowerment, inspiring generations.
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"The hate directed against the colored people here in St. Louis has always given me a sad feeling because when I was a little girl I remember the horror of the East St. Louis race riot."
Josephine Baker"The hate directed against the colored people here in St. Louis has always given me a sad feeling... How can you expect the world to believe in you and respect your preaching of democracy when you yourself treat your colored brothers as you do?"
Josephine Baker
"You must get an education. You must go to school, and you must learn to protect yourself. And you must learn to protect yourself with the pen, and not the gun."
Josephine Baker"I wanted to get far away from those who believed in cruelty, so then I went to France, a land of true freedom, democracy, equality and fraternity."
Josephine Baker"The things we truly love stay with us always, locked in our hearts as long as life remains."
Josephine Baker"God dislikes evil, and no happiness can be built on hate. Love one another as brothers."
Josephine Baker"All my life, I have maintained that the people of the world can learn to live together in peace if they are not brought up in prejudice."
Josephine Baker