The democracy process provides for political and social change without violence.

I've always been strongly on the side of non-violence. Also, I think that if you use the wrong means, the ends themselves get distorted.

Government leaders are amazing. So often it seems they are the last to know what the people want.

The quintessential revolution is that of spirit. Without this, the forces which produce the inequalities of the old order will continue to operate.

People need security of the mind. Why do they want democracy? Because it can give them freedom and security in a balanced way.

Democracy acknowledges the right to differ as well as the duty to settle differences peacefully. Authoritarian governments see criticism of their actions and doctrines as a challenge to combat.

You have a great many things to do when you are under house arrest. On the one hand, it is more comfortable than sitting in prison; on the other hand, you have to look after a household, which is strenuous under such circumstances.