I hate race discrimination most intensely and in all its manifestations. I have fought it all during my life; I fight it now, and will do so until the end of my days.

I was called a terrorist yesterday... Today I am admired by the very people who said I was one.

Part of being optimistic is keeping one's head pointed toward the sun, one's feet moving forward.

If we want any significant development, we must co-opt civil society.

If we are to accomplish anything in this world, it will in equal measure be due to the work and achievements of others.

There is a universal respect and even admiration for those who are humble and simple by nature, and who have absolute confidence in all human beings irrespective of their social status.

Our fear is not that we are inadequate, but that we are powerful beyond measure.