I cannot conceive of Israel withdrawing if Arab states do not recognize Israel, within secure borders.

Our continent must be allowed to do its own things, charting its course and destiny.

Racism is a blight on the human conscience. The idea that any people can be inferior to another, to the point where those who consider themselves superior define and treat the rest as subhuman, denies the humanity even of those who elevate themselves to the status of gods.

I love playing and chatting with children...feed ing and putting them to bed with a little story, and being away from the family has troubled me throughout my...life.

Young people are capable, when aroused, of bringing down the towers of oppression and raising the banners of freedom.

Artists reach areas far beyond the reach of politicians. Art, especially entertainment and music, is understood by everybody, and it lifts the spirits and the morale of those who hear it.

I want to sleep for eternity with a broad smile on my face. I want those who remain behind to say this man has done his duty.