The forces of moderation and democracy must, and will, prevail against extremism and dictatorship. I will not be intimidated... Despite threats of death, I will not acquiesce to tyranny, but rather lead the fight against it.

The political parties have unanimously rejected the one-man constitutional changes.

I've never had a bank account in Switzerland since 1984. Why would the Swiss do this to me? Maybe the Swiss are trying to divert attention from the Holocaust gold scandal.

All our problems, all our disputes, all our disagreements can be resolved quickly to mutual satisfaction if we address the question.

Military or dictatorial rule is not good for our Pakistan.

To make peace, one must be an uncompromising leader. To make peace, one must also embody compromise.

General Musharraf needs my participation to give credibility to the electoral process, as well as to respect the fundamental right of all those who wish to vote for me.