I realize that the strivings of the Polish people gave rise, and still do so, to the feelings of understanding and solidarity all over the world.

One could always do more, faster and cleverer, but democracy has its own rhythm.

I am overjoyed that I do not need a heart transplant at this time.

This is the moment of your defeat; you have just put in the last nails in the coffin of communism.

Lying at the root of the social agreements of 1980 are the courage, sense of responsibility, and the solidarity of the working people. Both sides have then recognized that an accord must be reached if bloodshed is to be prevented.

I most sincerely wish that the world in which we live be free from the threat of a nuclear holocaust and from the ruinous arms race. It is my cherished desire that peace be not separated from freedom which is the right of every nation. This I desire and for this I pray.

We need a global parliament, a global government and possibly a global ministry for security.