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People need to heal and be kind and respectful of each other. — Monique Davis, Higher Ed, Roxbury
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We need to have genuine conversations. One reason we’ve been able to change people’s opinions is because we’re out here discussing our issues. — Marlena Rose, Organizer, Roxbury
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We need to come to grips with our history of white supremacy and realize that, until we do, we’ll keep repeating the same patterns. — Donna Bivens, Program Director, Roxbury
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I think America needs to unite, no matter who becomes president. We need to unite as human beings. — Alice Yong, Teacher, West Roxbury
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A lot of praying. We gotta get that village back. Everyone has to care for their community. — Adrianne Jordan, Teacher, Roxbury
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The powers that be need to live up to the promise of making sure that everybody has a seat at the table. — Shaikh Hasib, Community Advocate, Roxbury