"Ultimately, leadership is about the strength of one's convictions, the ability to endure the punches, and the energy to promote an idea. And I have found that those who do achieve peace never acquiesc…"

"All our problems, all our disputes, all our disagreements can be resolved quickly to mutual satisfaction if we address the question."

"The forces of dictatorship and feudalism will not be able to stop the march of democracy."

"I will make Pakistan a modern, progressive Muslim state."

"Clearly it's not easy for woman in modern society, no matter where we live. We still have to go extra mile to prove that we are equal to men."