Pa gen lape nan tet, si pa gen lape nan vant (there is no peace in the head if there is no peace in the stomach).

Haitians don't like to say they are hungry because we are proud.

I respect religion and will respect any religion.

The structure of apartheid is still rooted in the Haitian society. When you have apartheid, you don't see those behind the walls. That is the reality of Haiti.

Of course, learning is strengthened and solidified when it occurs in a safe, secure and normal environment.

I know how the American people care for that democratic principle. They want to see their vote respected. As we in Haiti want to see the vote of the people respected.

Chopped down the tree of peace, but it will grow again.