Those who conduct themselves with morality, integrity and consistency need not fear the forces of inhumanity and cruelty.

I have walked that long road to freedom. I have tried not to falter; I have made missteps along the way. But I have discovered the secret that after climbing a great hill, one only finds that there are many more hills to climb. I have taken a moment here to rest, to steal a view of the glorious vista that surrounds me, to look back on the distance I have come. But I can only rest for a moment, for with freedom come responsibilities, and I dare not linger, for my long walk is not ended.

Our motto should be: let us make peace so that we can concentrate on the really important work that needs to be done. That is, alleviating the plight of the poor and the defenceless, for as long as most of humanity feels the pain of poverty we all remain prisoners.

The best weapon is to sit down and talk.

My son has died of AIDS.

A good head and good heart are always a formidable combination. But when you add to that a literate tongue or pen, then you have something very special.

We can't win a war, but we can win an election.