Women are the victims of this patriarchal culture, but they are also its carriers. Let us keep in mind that every oppressive man was raised in the confines of his mother's home.

Unfortunately, violence begets violence. And this is how the war on terrorism seems to be going at this juncture. A lot of people are losing their lives. Many children are losing their parents. Too many houses are being destroyed. And, unfortunately, the arms industry seems to flourish.

When more and more people want something, it becomes easier to achieve that goal.

People are fundamentally good. But conditions deteriorate them.

I have never had a governmental position, and I will never accept such a position.

I hope the example of Saddam Hussein will give a lesson to leaders of other countries where human rights are not respected.

We must acquaint the youth to the realities of the world... we must tell them that millions of people around the world have no access to drinking water.