This nation has never lived without independence. We cannot and shall not live without it. Either independence or death.

Even though I saw the executioner and the fire, I could not say anything but what I have said.

To a contrarian like me, constant advice not to do something almost always starts me quickly down the risky, unpopular path.

There is only one duty, only one safe course, and that is to try to be right and not to fear to do or say what you believe to be right. That is the only way to deserve and to win the confidence of our great people in these days of trouble.

You can't be scared, you do your thing, you hold your ground, you stand up tall, and whatever happens happens.

If, however, there is to be a war of nerves let us make sure our nerves are strong and are fortified by the deepest convictions of our hearts.