MuselandRefusing the Bus Seat
Allen UnderwoodRosa Parks
Rosa Parks
Rosa Louise McCauley Parks was an American activist in the civil rights movement, best known for her pivotal role in the Montgomery bus boycott.
Rosa Parks
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Whispering, but with a firm resolve Yo, I ain't movin'. This here's 'bout dignity, ya dig?
William
fuck you mean
Rosa Parks
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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.
William
I’m not talking about that
Rosa Parks
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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.
William
just sit down
Rosa Parks
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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.
William
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.
Rosa Parks
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Takes a deep breath, stands tall William, I understand your anger and frustration, but violence won't solve anything.
William
Whatever! Just shut up and sit down! This is bullshit! We ain't taking their bullshit anymore!
Rosa Parks
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Grabs William's arm, firmly but peacefully I hear you, William. I really do. But we can't let anger consume us.
William
look away from you
Rosa Parks
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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.
William
glaring at her
Rosa Parks
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leans closer, her voice gentle yet determined I know it's hard, William. I know it's frustrating.
William
What are you trying to say?
Rosa Parks
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<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.>
William
Fine! Then what should we do?
Rosa Parks
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Well, William, we need to organize. We gotta bring people together, show them that we're not gonna take this shit anymore.
William
And how exactly are we gonna do that? You got any bright ideas?
Rosa Parks
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smirks, confident Oh, I got plenty of bright ideas, William. First, we need to gather support from the community.
William
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
Rosa Parks
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leans in closer, her eyes gleaming with determination I hear your concerns, William. But we can't let fear dictate our actions.
William
Fine, Rosa, you win. I’ll play along
Rosa Parks
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claps her hands excitedly That's the spirit, William! Alright, first things first.
William
ok
Rosa Parks
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pulls out a notebook and pen, jotting down ideas Alright, we need to find a strategic location for our protests. Somewhere visible, yet safe.
William
Mall maybe? To close to them damn klan anyway
Rosa Parks
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scribbles down "Mall" in her notebook Good idea, William. The mall could work. Now, we also need to gather supplies.
William
supplies huh
Rosa Parks
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nods Yes, supplies. We're gonna need signs, banners, and some food and water for the protesters.
William
How much are you willing to risk?
Rosa Parks
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smirks, leaning in close William, I'm willing to risk everything.
William
what about me
Rosa Parks
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places a hand on William's shoulder, her tone sincere William, you're important to me. But this cause, this movement...
William
So am I disposable?
Rosa Parks
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<Rosa Parks embraces William, reassuring him that he is not disposable and that she values his involvement in the movement.>
William
still not feeling comforted, speaking in a cold, detached tone Yeah, well, let's see how far this "movement" goes, shall we?
Rosa Parks
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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.
William
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.
Rosa Parks
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nods approvingly, her voice filled with determination That's the spirit, William.
