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Early experiences with discrimination from "summary" of Rosa Parks My Story by Rosa Parks,Haskins Parks
Growing up in the segregated South, I encountered discrimination at a young age. I vividly remember the first time I experienced this injustice. I was just a child, but the sting of prejudice stayed with me for a lifetime. It was a moment that shaped my understanding of the world around me. As a young black girl in Alabama, I was taught from an early age that I was not equal to my white counterparts. I saw the signs of segregation everywhere I went - from separate water fountains to separate schools. These early experiences with discrimination left a deep impression on me, fueling my determination to fight for equality. One particular incident stands out in my memory. I was on a crowded bus, and the driver ordered me to give up my seat to a white passenger. I refused, knowing that I had a right to sit...
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