There should be no political prisoners in a democratic country.

Fundamental violations of human rights always lead to people feeling less and less human.

We must make democracy the popular creed...If we should fail to do this, our people are bound to suffer... That is what my father said. It is the reason why I am participating in this struggle.

The judiciary must be strengthened and released from political interference.

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

There is nothing to compare with the courage of ordinary people whose names are unknown and whose sacrifices pass unnoticed. The courage that dares without recognition, without the protection of media attention, is a courage that humbles and inspires and reaffirms our faith in humanity.

Maybe it is something to do with age, but I have become fonder of poetry than of prose.