"Political dictatorship and social hopelessness create the desperation that fuels religious extremism."

"The solution to the “ascendancy in the activities of the extremists,” she pointed out, was “respecting the constitution, respecting the rule of law, and investing in the people, trusting the people, a…"

"I hope the White House will not be so distracted by Iraq that they forget about Pakistan."

"The best hijab is in the eyes of the beholder."

"Democracy is not just about following procedures, it is also about nurturing democratic values. Values of tolerance, pragmatism, equality, and human rights."