The supreme principle of socialism is that man takes precedence over things, life over property, and hence, work over capital; that power follows creation, and not possession; that man must not be governed by circumstances, but circumstances must be governed by man.

The greatest and most powerful revolutions often start very quietly, hidden in the shadows. Remember that.

Strategic leaders must not get consumed by the operational and tactical side of their work. They have a duty to find time to shape the future.

Prison itself is a tremendous education in the need for patience and perseverance. It is above all a test of one's commitment.

Don't hit at all if it is honorably possible to avoid hitting; but never hit soft.

Every politician has a promising career. Unfortunately, most of them do not keep those promises.