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.

You will achieve more in this world through acts of mercy than you will through acts of retribution.

We must appreciate that all over the world, right down the centuries, there have been great religions that have encouraged the idea of giving - of fighting poverty and of promoting the equality of human beings - whatever their background, whatever their political beliefs.

Your victory has demonstrated that no person anywhere in the world should not dare to dream of wanting to change the world for a better place.

The habit of attending to small things and of appreciating small courtesies is one of the important marks of a good person.

Only 50 years ago persons with intellectual disabilities were scorned, isolated and neglected. Today, they are able to attend school, become employed and assimilate into their local community.

AIDS is no longer just a disease, it is a human rights issue.