Wynton Marsalis

"Many a revolution started with the actions of a few. Only 56 men signed the Declaration of Independence. A few hanging together can lead a nation to change."

"I believed in studying just because I knew education was a privilege. It was the discipline of study, to get into the habit of doing something that you don't want to do."

"Through first-class education, a generation marches down the long uncertain road of the future with confidence."

"When did we begin to lose faith in our ability to effect change?"

"There are forces all around you who wish to exploit division, rob you of your freedom, and tell you what to think. But young folks can rekindle the weary spirit of a slumbering nation."

"Through first-class education, a generation marches down the long uncertain road of the future with confidence."