I ran for president because I wanted to help Lithuania and its people during a difficult time. My country was on the very edge of an economic crisis, and people were disappointed by the economic situation and the political elite. We all needed change and motivation to consolidate our efforts in order to overcome the difficulties.
Dalia GrybauskaiteIf you need to pursue your interests, do not expect anyone else to do it for you.
Dalia GrybauskaiteThere are many examples of female leaders who are not afraid to take responsibility and openly face the challenges in the worst situations.
Dalia GrybauskaiteSome countries need extra stimulus in specific areas. Something has to be done against high youth unemployment in Greece and Spain, for example. But in the end, there is no way around it: The debt levels have to come down.
Dalia GrybauskaiteI ran for president because I wanted to help Lithuania and its people during a difficult time. My country was on the very edge of an economic crisis, and people were disappointed by the economic situation and the political elite. We all needed change and motivation to consolidate our efforts in order to overcome the difficulties.
Dalia Grybauskaite