Kamisese Mara Quotes

Fiji had experienced the ordeal of two military coups.

I have been sustained by cane field, the cane plantation I have.

In a multi-racial society, trust, understanding and tolerance are the cornerstones of peace and order.

The family teaches us about the importance of knowledge, education, hard work and effort. It teaches us about enjoying ourselves, having fun, keeping fit and healthy.

It is with obedience to your call that I take up the burden of government leadership for the final time.

I have never been bribed as a Prime Minister.

If the constitution goes, I go.

I received my money from the treasury, I used to very early to go the clubs, but when the burden of looking after my children came upon me I tried to live a quite life, and save as much as I could.

The first money I have been offered was as District Officer Ba.

I said, yes, if you think I will avoid bloodshed by standing aside I will stand aside … but I will never ever again come back.

Whom am I going to trust if I have to back again.

How could I stand by and watch my house on fire?