"True education is limited to those people who would die without knowing, whereas the masses in the institutions are merely going through the motions, for education is a way of living."

"Our understanding of the world around us is constantly being redefined and expanded, and so therefore, it is wiser to be passionate about seeking for truth than knowing it."

"If we fear the unknown then surely we fear ourselves."

"One of the most sincere forms of respect is actually listening to what another has to say."

"I just hope that I continue to keep a line between my private life and who I play, even if they are closely intertwined, and so I'm careful. I don't even know where my line is, but I know I have a line."

"Politics is not predictions and politics is not observations. Politics is what we do. Politics is what we do, politics is what we create, by what we work for, by what we hope for and what we dare to imagine."

"A mindful spirit recognizes that the canvas of tomorrow is painted with the actions of today."

"In most of mankind gratitude is merely a secret hope of further favors."