Democracy is not just constitutional and legislative rules; it is a culture and practice and adhering by the law and respecting international human rights principles.

I cherished the dream of a country embracing all its people.

The decision to open up Bahrain to embrace all people indiscriminately was fostered in me ever since I was a child.

Bahrain 's margin of freedom is growing day after day as we head into the future with steady steps.

I care about Bahrain. Bahrain is very dear to me. I will not allow people to play around with our laws.

If somebody gives me his hand, I will not look at him with suspicion.

Any government that has a sincere desire for reform and progress should understand the benefit of objective and constructive criticism.