I believe there are more instances of the abridgement of freedom of the people by gradual and silent encroachments by those in power than by violent and sudden usurpations.

It is by the goodness of God that in our country we have those three unspeakably precious things: freedom of speech freedom of conscience and the prudence never to practice either of them.

Those who deny freedom to others deserve it not for themselves.

None who have always been free can understand the terrible fascinating power of the hope of freedom to those who are not free.

For in the end freedom is a personal and lonely battle and one faces down fears of today so that those of tomorrow might be engaged.

The truth is I love being alive. And I love feeling free. So if I can't have those things then I feel like a caged animal and I'd rather not be in a cage. I'd rather be dead. And it's real simple. And I think it's not that uncommon.

The Dalai Lama's entire being is about peace and harmony forgiveness and self-discipline. Those are qualities to be admired. I am really looking forward to meeting His Holiness.

The fact is there is forgiveness for those who seek God. And I believe in the power of redemption.

Acceptance and tolerance and forgiveness those are life-altering lessons.

You will know that forgiveness has begun when you recall those who hurt you and feel the power to wish them well.