The only way to save the world is through socialism, but a socialism that exists within a democracy; there's no dictatorship here.

I love Jesus Christ. I am a Christian... I cry when I see injustice, children dying of hunger.

I do wish that the IMF and the World Bank would disappear soon.

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

I concern myself with Venezuela. However, some rightwing movements are transforming me into a pawn in the domestic politics of their countries, by making statements that are groundless.

We have to re-invent socialism. It can't be the kind of socialism that we saw in the Soviet Union, but it will emerge as we develop new systems that are built on cooperation, not competition.

I was an altar boy. My mother wanted me to be a priest. I am very Christian and Catholic. ... I'm very faithful. I believe in God, in Jesus Christ.