Let us remind ourselves that it is ordinary people - men and women, boys and girls - that make the world a special place
Nelson MandelaNo problem is so deep that it cannot be overcome, given the will of all parties, through discussion and negotiation rather than force and violence.
Nelson MandelaWhat counts in life is not the mere fact that we have lived. It is what difference we have made to the lives of others that will determine the significance of the life we lead.
Nelson MandelaA good leader can engage in a debate frankly and thoroughly, knowing that at the end he and the other side must be closer, and thus emerge stronger. You don't have that idea when you are arrogant, superficial, and uninformed.
Nelson Mandela