I said when I came into office that I don't want to be a great leader; I want to be a good democrat.

I don't think this debate is negative, it is enriching

The corporations and the media don't need power; they already have it.

Spaniards have always shown great maturity and great common sense when it comes to voting.

...it is true that renewable energy is expensive and can't be done without public sector support, it is an important investment in the future.

The more equality women have, the fairer, more civilized and tolerant society will be. Sexual equality is a lot more effective against terrorism than military strength.

I want to increase our spending on research and development by 25%. That's something the U.S. does very well. That dynamism alongside a welfare state in the European community - that's the synthesis I want to achieve.