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.

As a woman leader, I thought I brought a different kind of leadership. I was interested in women's issues, in bringing down the population growth rate... as a woman, I entered politics with an additional dimension - that of a mother.

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

What is important is that a political party articulates the mood of a generation.

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

Right now, they feel they have lost their voice, and their miseries have increased since my departure.

Democracy needs support and the best support for democracy comes from other democracies. Democratic nations should come together in an association designed to help each other and promote what is a universal value - democracy.