Apartheid is a crime against humanity. Israel has deprived millions of Palestinians of their liberty and property. It has perpetuated a system of gross racial discrimination and inequality. It has systematically incarcerated and tortured thousands of Palestinians, contrary to the rules of international law. It has, in particular, waged a war against a civilian population, in particular children.
Nelson MandelaJustice and I became friends, though we were opposites in many ways - he was extroverted, I was introverted; he was lighthearted, I was serious.
Nelson MandelaThe time comes in the life of any nation when there remains only two choices - submit or fight.
Nelson MandelaWhen a man is denied the right to live the life he believes in, he has no choice but to become an outlaw.
Nelson MandelaWe have triumphed in the effort to implant hope in the breasts of the millions of our people. We enter into a covenant that we shall build the society in which all South Africans, both black and white, will be able to walk tall, without any fear in their hearts, assured of their inalienable right to human dignity — a rainbow nation at peace with itself and the world.
Nelson Mandela