In the end, I think, the state's rigidity is a function of its own insecurity, its indecisiveness.

China hasn't only existed for one day. Now, the whole nation has become richer and it's become a problem. The problem is universal. The factor is big. Everybody has to rethink the balance of the world and the whole landscape.

It's always nice to share your energy with young people, the people who might not have any skills but are simply willing to be a part of it.

For years, I refused to go to any openings, not even my own.

I think by shattering it we can create a new form, a new way to look at what is valuable — how we decide what is valuable.

The American experience influenced my understanding of individuality, basic human rights, freedom of expression and the rights and responsibilities of citizens.

I don't belong to a working system. They only select people if you belong to one so you can be controlled.