"My life has been a testament to the struggle for democracy."

"Freedom is not an end. Freedom is a beginning."

"You cannot be fuelled by bitterness. It can eat you up but it cannot drive you."

"Clearly it's not easy for woman in modern society, no matter where we live. We still have to go extra mile to prove that we are equal to men."

"The next few months are critical to Pakistan's future direction as a democratic state committed to promoting peace, fighting terrorism and working for social justice."