Do not trust governments more than governments trust their own people.

Our country, like every modern state, needs profound democratic reforms. It needs political and ideological pluralism, a mixed economy and protection of human rights and the opening up of society.

Both now and for always, I intend to hold fast to my belief in the hidden strength of the human spirit.

A country which does not respect the rights of its own citizens will not respect the rights of its neighbours

Intellectual freedom is the only guarantee of a scientific - democratic approach to politics, economic development, and culture.

Profound insights arise only in debate, with a possibility of counterargument, only when there is a possibility of expressing not only correct ideas but also dubious ideas.

You can't sit on two chairs at once.

In 1947 I defended my thesis on nuclear physics, and in 1948 I was included in a group of research scientists whose task was to develop nuclear weapons.

I could not stop something I knew was wrong and terrible. I had an awful sense of powerlessness.

I regard the death penalty as a savage and immoral institution that undermines the moral and legal foundations of society.

Profound thoughts arise only in debate, with a possibility of counterargument, only when there is a possibility of expressing not only correct ideas, but also dubious ideas.

Your brain processes a thought while your mind creates and cultivates not only your thoughts, but also the knowledge and experiences you gain.

Millions of people can draw. Art is whether there is a scream in you wanting to get out in a special way.

How many relationships have broken down because of gossip or a word spoken thoughtlessly or in anger? A harsh word can’t be taken back

Life is like an ocean, jump right on.

The bended knee is not a tradition of our Corps.

Anyone who thinks my story is anywhere near over is sadly mistaken.

Since my illness, I've felt the presence of my angels.

People may expect too much of journalism. Not only do they expect it to be entertaining, they expect it to be true.

Let us fight the battle-retreat from the things that attract us and rouse ourselves to meet the things that actually attack us.

Laughter was like a fresh breeze - it cleaned its way through the body making everything feel good. Did other species have such a simple healer?