There are few misfortunes in this world that you cannot turn into a personal trimuph if you have the iron will and the neccessary skill.

I am confident that nobody... will accuse me of selfishness if I ask to spend time, while I am still in good health, with my family, my friends and also with myself.

I have always admired men and women who used their talents to serve the community, and who were highly respected and admired for their efforts and sacrifices, even though they held no office whatsoever in government or society.

To go to prison because of your convictions and be prepared to suffer for what you believe in, is something worthwhile. It is an achievement for a man to do his duty on earth irrespective of the consequences.

There is no easy walk to freedom anywhere.

There were many dark moments when my faith in humanity was sorely tested.

I have cherished the ideal of a democratic and free society in which all persons live together in harmony and with equal opportunities.