I'm a man with many defects. I love. I sing. I dream. I was born in the poor countryside. I was raised in the countryside, planting corn and selling sweets made by my grandmother. My children, my two daughters are with me and I want a better world for my grandchildren, for your grandchildren.

I shook Obama's hand and I said, 'I want to be your friend.' My hand is still outstretched. I am not Obama's enemy, but it's difficult not see imperialism in Washington. Those who don't see it don't want to see it, like the ostrich.

Venezuelan interests are to be defended by Venezuela. The U.S. should defend the interests of the U.S. Where are the U.S. people, where are the intellectuals, who could put limits on their government?

I'm a Christian. I want the world of justice and equality. This is the only way to achieve peace.

I am a President held prisoner, that I haven't resigned and I will not resign.

The grand destroyer of the world, and the greatest threat... is represented by U.S. imperialism.

What hurts me most is poverty, and that's what led me to become a rebel.