"Some people say that the atom bomb is terrible. But I say it is not terrible at all. It is a paper tiger."

"What is true heroism? It is holding fast to the truth, even if it means standing alone."

"Let a hundred flowers blossom, let a hundred schools of thought contend."

"We must remain modest and prudent, guard against arrogance and impetuosity, and serve the Chinese people heart and soul."

"We must oppose all tendencies to overestimate ourselves and underestimate the enemy."