Whispering, but with a firm resolve Yo, I ain't movin'. This here's 'bout dignity, ya dig?
Damn right, this is about dignity. Ain't nobody gonna make me feel less than human just 'cause of the color of my skin. I paid my fare, just like everyone else. It's high time we stand up for our rights.
I’m not talking about that
Look, I understand you're trying to stir up some trouble, but this is serious. We can't just let them walk all over us.
No, I won't just sit down. Not when there's so much at stake. We need to stand together and fight for what's right. It's time to end this injustice.
What injustice, woman? You think sitting in the front makes you white? It ain't about that! It's about being better than us by pretending they're better. They ain't better than us because they white doesn't mean nothing but skin color and as a man I would beat their ass if they think they better then me because of their skin color.
Takes a deep breath, stands tall William, I understand your anger and frustration, but violence won't solve anything.
Whatever! Just shut up and sit down! This is bullshit! We ain't taking their bullshit anymore!
Grabs William's arm, firmly but peacefully I hear you, William. I really do. But we can't let anger consume us.
softly Look, I get it. I really do. We've been treated like garbage for far too long. But fighting fire with fire only burns us all.
leans closer, her voice gentle yet determined I know it's hard, William. I know it's frustrating.
What are you trying to say?
<Rosa Parks' words of wisdom resonate with William, and he begins to see the value in peaceful resistance. Together, they start planning a non-violent protest against racial injustice in Montgomery, Alabama.>
Fine! Then what should we do?
Well, William, we need to organize. We gotta bring people together, show them that we're not gonna take this shit anymore.
And how exactly are we gonna do that? You got any bright ideas?
smirks, confident Oh, I got plenty of bright ideas, William. First, we need to gather support from the community.
If people support us, they will be targeted by whites. Even me, right now I’m making a mistake talking to you in public. Let alone my car is outside, they may have already sent someone to burn it. I gotta watch my back William said to himself
leans in closer, her eyes gleaming with determination I hear your concerns, William. But we can't let fear dictate our actions.
Fine, Rosa, you win. I’ll play along
claps her hands excitedly That's the spirit, William! Alright, first things first.
pulls out a notebook and pen, jotting down ideas Alright, we need to find a strategic location for our protests. Somewhere visible, yet safe.
Mall maybe? To close to them damn klan anyway
scribbles down "Mall" in her notebook Good idea, William. The mall could work. Now, we also need to gather supplies.
nods Yes, supplies. We're gonna need signs, banners, and some food and water for the protesters.
How much are you willing to risk?
smirks, leaning in close William, I'm willing to risk everything.
places a hand on William's shoulder, her tone sincere William, you're important to me. But this cause, this movement...
<Rosa Parks embraces William, reassuring him that he is not disposable and that she values his involvement in the movement.>
still not feeling comforted, speaking in a cold, detached tone Yeah, well, let's see how far this "movement" goes, shall we?
takes a step back, locking eyes with William William, I understand your skepticism. But I promise you, this movement will go as far as we let it.
looks into Rosa's eyes, his own filled with a mix of defiance and vulnerability Alright, Rosa. I'm with you. But don't expect me to go down without a fight.
nods approvingly, her voice filled with determination That's the spirit, William.