A 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.

Since the dawn of history, mankind has honoured and respected brave and honest people.

Extremists on all sides thrive, fed by the blood lust of centuries gone by.

Adversity cleanses the lethargies of man

It is what we make out of what we have, not what we are given, that separates one person from another.

It is not where you start but how high you aim that matters for success.

I would like it to be said: here lies a man who has done his duty on earth