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

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

The speed of the fleet is not determined by the fastest vessel; rather it is determined by the slowest one.

Cooperation is just like two pagodas - one hardware and one software. Combined, we can take the leadership position in the world.

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.

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.

All political parties, organizations, and all people should abide by the constitution and laws without any exception. They must all act in accordance with the constitution and laws. I see that as a defining feature of modern political system development.