"Half a century ago, the amazing courage of Rosa Parks, the visionary leadership of Martin Luther King, and the inspirational actions of the civil rights movement led politicians to write equality into the law and make real the promise of America for all her citizens."

"It does not seem to me that the steps which would be needed to make Britain - and others - more comfortable in their relationship in the European Union are inherently so outlandish or unreasonable."

"The political system is broken, the economy is broken and so is society. That is why people are so depressed about the state of our country."

"I have no time for those who say there is no way Scotland could go it alone. I know first-hand the contribution Scotland and Scots make to Britain's success - so for me there's no question about whether Scotland could be an independent nation."

"I believe that public space should be intentional: it should be obvious that you belong."

"If I can inspire people by showing that following a dream by working hard and being determined is possible, it's amazing."

"The universal Mind contains all knowledge. It is the potential ultimate of all things. To it, all things are possible."

"The final proof of greatness lies in being able to endure criticism without resentment."