There is nothing I fear more than waking up without a program that will help me bring a little happiness to those with no resources, those who are poor, illiterate, and ridden with terminal disease – Nelson Mandela

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

Only free men can negotiate; prisoners cannot enter into contracts. Your freedom and mine cannot be separated – Nelson Mandela

Intervention only works when the people concerned seem to be keen for peace – Nelson Mandela

We must use time wisely and forever realize that the time is always ripe to do right – Nelson Mandela

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