I always had a long-term view of going into politics, so I suppose I was always careful. I mean, I got offered all these rinky dink tax deals, but I always paid my taxes. I am naturally quite conservative. – John Key
Reconciliation should be accompanied by justice, otherwise it will not last. While we all hope for peace it shouldnt be peace at any cost but peace based on principle, on justice. – Corazon Aquino
Nobody was listening when I learned how to play music. But theres something about being on stage, talking to the audience, looking at them and smiling, thats always been difficult for me. Im a lot more comfortable now, but there are still moments of awkwardness. – Norah Jones
What seems to be generosity is often no more than disguised ambition, which overlooks a small interest in order to secure a great one. – Francois de La Rochefoucauld
