We speak here of the challenge of the dichotomies of war and peace, violence and non-violence, racism and human dignity, oppression and repression and liberty and human rights, poverty and freedom from want.

For to be free is not merely to cast off one's chains, but to live in a way that respects and enhances the freedom of others.

In prison, illusions can offer comfort.

Let there be work, bread, water and salt for all.

Fools multiply when wise men are silent.

As long as poverty, injustice and gross inequality persist in our world, none of us can truly rest.

I have been influenced in my thinking by both west and east.