"I believe that courage is the most important thing a person can have. And I believe that courage can help you overcome any obstacle."

"My great-grandmother told me, 'If you're going to live, leave a legacy. Make a mark on the world that can't be erased.' And then she added, 'But make sure it's not a skid mark.'"

"I've learned that you should always leave loved ones with loving words. It may be the last time you see them."

"We may encounter many defeats but we must not be defeated. Unless it's by a really good piece of cake, then it's understandable."

"I'm not a politician. I'm an artist. And I use my art to speak truth to power."