"Democracy feeds on argument, on the discussion as to the right way forward. This is the reason why respecting the opinion of others belongs to democracy."

-- Richard von Weizsaecker

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“Does that really work, converting someone with a bumper sticker? How weak of a mind do you have to have?”
“I am opposed to censorship. Censors are pretty sure fools. I have no confidence in the suppression of everyday facts.”
“I once asked a distinguished artist what place he gave to labor in art. "Labor," he in effect said, "is the beginning, the middle, and the end of art." Turning then to another--"And you," I inquired, "what do you consider as the great force in art?" "Love," he replied. In their two answers I found but one truth.”
“I'm a perfectionist and if I start making changes, I'll never stop.”
“A man takes a drink, the drink takes another, and the drink takes the man.”
“The Tea Party is simply a loose description of local activism driven by Americans who want smaller government and more self-reliance. That sounds like what the Founding Fathers had in mind, does it not?”
“To risk reputation and affection for the truth's sake is so demanding that to do it constantly you will need a degree of moral principle that only the Spirit of God can work in you. Do not turn your back like a coward, but play the man. Follow boldly in your Master's steps, for He has made this rough journey before you. Better a brief warfare and eternal rest than false peace and everlasting torment.”
“I will follow my father's footsteps by doing what is right, and God will take care of the rest. My father is my role model. My living role model is Cory Aquino.”

Source : "I Will Follow My Father's Footsteps... I Am Prepared". Interview with Nelly Sindayen, www.cnn.com. November 8, 2000.

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