Without language, one cannot talk to people and understand them; one cannot share their hopes and aspirations, grasp their history, appreciate their poetry, or savor their songs.

If you talk to a man in a language he understands, that goes to his head. If you talk to him in his language, that goes to his heart.

As an attorney, I could be rather flamboyant in court. I did not act as though I were a black man in a white man's court, but as if everyone else - white and black - was a guest in my court. When trying a case, I often made sweeping gestures and used high-flown language.

The Chamber has committed to preparing a study to take the matter forward. Teaching the language is a way towards business and is important also so that trade doesn't become the only reason for strengthening the ties.

It is better to lead from behind and to put others in front, especially when you celebrate victory when nice things occur. You take the front line when there is danger. Then people will appreciate your leadership.

As long as poverty, injustice and gross inequality persist in our world, none of us can truly rest.