In a system which denies the existence of basic human rights, fear tends to be the order of the day. The only real prison is fear, and the only real freedom is freedom from fear. Never let fear prevent you from doing right.

The basis of democratic freedom is freedom of speech.

I've always tried to explain democracy is not perfect. But it gives you a chance to shape your own destiny.

There is no hope without endeavor.

I was given some Harry Potter books by a young friend. I wanted to know why young people liked it so much. And I noted that there were some values in Harry Potter that are common to many books that are popular all over the world. In the end, I think people prefer the good to win, rather than the bad.

I've always said that the most important thing is job creation. Jobs will earn people money and build self-confidence.

I don't think of myself as unbreakable. Perhaps I'm just rather flexible and adaptable.