I believe I and all the Chinese people have such a conviction that China will make continuous progress and the people's wishes for and needs for democracy and freedom are irresistible.

As far as the U.S. economy is concerned, I always believe that the U.S. economy is solidly based, not only in a material sense, but more importantly, the United States has the strength of scientific and technological talent, and managerial expertise.

Socialism as I understand it is a system of democracy. Without democracy, there is no socialism.

If in a country, most of the wealth is concentrated in the hands of the few, then this country can hardly witness harmony and stability.

If people are able to run the affairs of a village well, eventually they’ll be able to run a township, and a county.

As long I still have a breath left in me I will dedicate myself fully to China’s reform.

Confidence is the most important thing, more important than gold or currency.