I want to teach. I want to speak. I want to travel.

Let's be honest: For a lot of well-meaning, open-minded white people, the sight of a young, black man in a hoodie still evokes a twinge of fear.

It is a violation of human rights when governments declare it illegal to be gay.

Look at what I've done my entire life. I have been working on behalf of civil rights, women's rights, human rights for years and I know how challenging it is to change our political system and I have the highest regard for those who have put themselves on the line.

I will go anywhere, anytime, to meet with anyone to find common ground.

I really believe being a good listener is important for anybody, and particularly for somebody who wants to be a leader.

One thing we know for sure is that change is certain, progress is not.