There is little favorable to be said about poverty, but it was often an incubator of true friendship.

Where choice is set between cowardice and violence, I would advise violence ... I prefer to use arms in defense of honor rather than remain the vile witness of dishonor.

I was neglected by my family because I had disappointed them - I'd run away from being forced into an arranged marriage, which was a big blow to them.

Poetry cannot block a bullet or still a sjambok, but it can bear witness to brutality-thereby cultivating a flower in a graveyard.

If you want to change the world, help the women.

Our experience has taught us that with goodwill a negotiated solution can be found for even the most profound problems.

The more informed you are, the less arrogant and aggressive you are.