The whole thing about elections in Liberia - it's not about the way you take care of people, it's not about the heart, it's about education, according to the perception of some people.

In America there is a public library in every community. How many public libraries are there in Africa? Every day there are new books coming out and new ideas being discussed. But these new books and ideas don't reach Africa and we are being left behind.

They say I do not have the qualifications to be president, that I do not have education. Well, I would never divide the Liberian people.

My government will be open. Anyone found guilty of corruption will be dealt with in accordance with the law. If you are corrupt you will have to hang your boots.

Education is a continual process, it's like a bicycle... If you don't pedal you don't go forward.

My fellow revolutionaries, liberation is a noble cause. We must fight to obtain it.

Once you take care of people, people respect you.