"The world is a beautiful place, and there is much to be happy about. But there is also much to be sad about, and we must not forget that."

"The sound of a laugh is more beautiful than the sound of a tear."

"I have no patience with people who take themselves too seriously."

"They say communism may spread out all over the world. And I say – so what?"

"I am for the people. I am for the common man. I am for the working class. I am for everyone who is struggling."