The Jews greatest contribution to history is dissatisfaction! Were a nation born to be discontented. Whatever exists we believe can be changed for the better. – Shimon Peres
I was learning, as I did in the Ministry of Defense. I never knew, but I always learned. – Shimon Peres
In Israel, a land lacking in natural resources, we learned to appreciate our greatest national advantage: our minds. Through creativity and innovation, we transformed barren deserts into flourishing fields and pioneered new frontiers in science and technology. – Shimon Peres
I believe that peace with the Palestinians is most urgent – urgent than ever before. It is necessary. It is crucial. It is possible. A delay may worsen its chances. Israel and the Palestinians are, in my judgment, ripe today to restart the peace process. – Shimon Peres