We believe that human rights transcend boundaries and must prevail over state sovereignty.

More courage is required to forgive than is required to take up arms.

Free education and health care are essential for the welfare of the population.

I believe in being compassionate.

Everyone you meet is fighting a battle you know nothing about. Be kind. Always.

Don't ever mistake silence for ignorance, when it is obviously stupidity

Charm is the ability to make someone else think that both of you are pretty wonderful.

The proud will sooner lose than ask their way.

I live in a mind melt of different situations, through my work and social life - I wouldn't have it any other way.

Mother, may I go and maffick, Tear around and hinder traffic?

... uncritical love is the only real treasure.

Nobody can tell you you're wrong for writing a song about how you feel - even if you don't really feel that way.

The people need poetry that will be their own secret To keep them awake forever, And bathe them in the bright-haired wave of its breathing.