What do we want for people? Human dignity, personal expression and fulfillment, justice, freedom.

There can be no compromise on the right of personal security; there can be no compromise on securing of human rights.

I've never thought my speeches were too long; I've rather enjoyed them.

The good old days were never that good, believe me. The good new days are today, and better days are coming tomorrow. Our greatest songs are still unsung.

Life's unfairness is not irrevocable; we can help balance the scales for others, if not always for ourselves.

Before people will do anything, they have got to eat. And if you are really looking for a way for people to lean on you and to be dependent on you, in terms of their cooperation with you, it seems to me that food dependence would be terrific.

If I believe in something, I will fight for it, with all I have. But I do not demand all or nothing. I would rather get something than nothing.