The constitution is a sacred document in a democracy.

The first step into justice begins with the politicians. You have to demand from yourself what you demand from people.

I see corruption as a mortal enemy for young democracies.

Corruption is a true enemy to development.

Have you ever heard of a woman bloody dictator or tyrant? I think not. If there were more women in power, I think we would have more harmony, more engagement and less suffering and less conflict.

Real progress comes from people.

We can never intimidate and discourage the people who voice their words with courage. The essence of freedom rests precisely here - in the freedom of expression of the people. And we must protect it.

Many may have stopped believing in you, but God hasn't.

If slaughterhouses had glass walls, the whole world would be vegetarian.

Words are feminine deeds are masculine.

In many cases, the authorities can't really prove if the person is in danger or not, because they can't send a person to Afghanistan to investigate each and every case.

I try to keep myself busy. I always hang out with my family and friends and my dogs. Go to the beach. Go swimming. Go get exercise. Go on a hike.

Language that tells us, through a more or less emotional reaction, something that can not be said.

Who are you if you lose your favorite person? Can you lose your favorite person without losing yourself? I reach for Stargirl and she's gone. I'm not me anymore.

Apologies are not pass/fail.

Knowledge is power as well as fame.

An author must learn the principles of good storytelling only in order to write better from the heart.