I was brought up to believe that human beings are good, which is why it shocks me to the core when I see human beings behaving badly.

Ultimately, leadership is about the strength of one's convictions, the ability to endure the punches, and the energy to promote an idea. And I have found that those who do achieve peace never acquiesce to obstacles, especially those constructed of bigotry, intolerance, and inflexible tradition.

The next few months are critical to Pakistan's future direction as a democratic state committed to promoting peace, fighting terrorism and working for social justice.

Purusing peace means rising above one's own wants, needs, and emotions.

The Holy Book calls upon Muslims to resist tyranny. Dictatorships in Pakistan, however long, have, therefore, always collapsed in the face of this spirit.

Given the right to a free ballot, the people would support my return.

No, I am not pregnant. I am fat. And, as the Prime Minister, its my right to be fat if I want to.