"There is only one real sin, and that is to persuade oneself that the second-best is anything but the second-best."

The most valuable resource we extract isn't in the ground; it's the talent and dedication of our people.

I'm not a person who gives up on my resilience.

"The worst form of tyranny is the one that disguises itself as freedom."

The most important thing is to retain your identity and not try to be something you're not.