The search for scapegoats is essentially an abnegation of responsibility: it indicates an inability to assess honestly and intelligently the true nature of the problems which lie at the root of social and economic difficulties and a lack of resolve in grappling with them.

When you feel helpless, help someone.

Taking sides cannot bring peace and balance.

When I was under house arrest, it was the BBC that spoke to me - I listened.

I always say that one has no right to hope without endeavor.

I'm rather inclined to liking people.

That's not how politics works - sometimes things move in a rather imperceptible way. There are no fireworks, and then comes a time when change comes unexpectedly. Sometimes change comes with a lot of fireworks, but not always.