Thinking is one of the most important weapons in dealing with problems

We owe our children – the most vulnerable citizens in any society – a life free from violence and fear.

Running taught me valuable lessons. In cross-country competition, training counted more than intrinsic ability, and I could compensate for a lack of natural aptitude with diligence and discipline. I applied this in everything I did.

Nonviolence is a good policy when the conditions permit.

One effect of sustained conflict is to narrow our vision of what is possible. Time and time again, conflicts are resolved through shifts that were unimaginable at the start.

There is a constant struggle between good an evil in the world. It is up to good people to choose the right side

The laws that stopped blacks from voting were the worst, because they prevented blacks from voting someone into parliament who could change the other laws. Even though the blacks were the majority of the population, they were still not getting a say.