I am human and I need to be loved, just like everybody else does.

If anyone has seen the horrific and unwatchable footage of the Chinese cat and dog trade - animals skinned alive - then they could not possibly argue in favour of China as a caring nation. There are no animal protection laws in China, and this results in the worst animal abuse and cruelty on the planet. It is indefensible.

You don't like me, but you love me; either way, you're wrong.

Now this might disturb you, but I find I'm OK by myself; and I don't need you or your benevolence to make sense.

I first bought a Buffy Sainte-Marie record when I was 12, and her music has always remained with me. In the 1960s, as a political activist, Buffy's lyrics were fearless, and I'm very grateful for all the risks that she took.

I don't mind if you forget me. Having learned my lesson, I never left an impression on anyone.

This position I've held ... it pays may way and it corrodes my soul.