A city without books, a city without a library is like a graveyard.

We realize the importance of our voices only when we are silenced

The content of a book holds the power of education and it is with this power that we can shape our future and change lives.

The best way to fight terrorism is to invest in education. Instead of sending weapons, send teachers.

My dream is to empower myself with education, and then it is a weapon.

Socialism is the only answer and I urge all comrades to take this struggle to a victorious conclusion. Only this will free us from the chains of bigotry and exploitation.

I want world leaders to choose books over bullets...We can afford to give every girl 12 years of free education. It is absolutely in our power, and when we do, we will realize a whole new world of possibility.