"Sometimes I think that a parody of democracy could be more dangerous than a blatant dictatorship, because that gives people an opportunity to avoid doing anything about it."

"These were all made-up stories."

"investment that only goes to enrich an already wealthy elite bent on monopolizing both economic and political power cannot contribute toward égalité and justice."

"I don't think of myself as unbreakable. Perhaps I'm just rather flexible and adaptable."

"I am doing my best for my country."