Social equality is the only basis of human happiness – Nelson Mandela

In my country we go to prison first and then become President – Nelson Mandela

A good leader can engage in a debate frankly and thoroughly, knowing that at the end he and the other side must be closer, and thus emerge stronger. You don’t have that idea when you are arrogant, superficial, and uninformed – Nelson Mandela

If you are poor, you are not likely to live long – Nelson Mandela

I can’t pretend that I’m brave and that I can beat the whole world – Nelson Mandela

When the water starts boiling it is foolish to turn off the heat – Nelson Mandela