The most successful modern states are those that have been able to combine a strong state with the rule of law and democratic accountability.

What's terrible is to pretend that second-rate is first-rate. To pretend that you don't need love when you do; or you like your work when you know quite well you're capable of better.

Music is the language of the world, without borders.

The best way to live is to love unconditionally.

Chrome-free isn't enough; we need guilt-free.

没有比遗忘更糟糕的独裁了。