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"Video screenshot Facts and figures from Nelson Mandela's life, set to the trailer from 'Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom.' "Man's goodness is a flame that can be hidden but never extinguished.""
"Only armchair politicians are immune from committing mistakes. Errors are inherent in political action."
"Your victory has demonstrated that no person anywhere in the world should not dare to dream of wanting to change the world for a better place."
"I am committed to cultivating loving speech and deep listening in order to bring joy and happiness to others and relieve others of their suffering."
"If we had no faults, we would not derive so much pleasure from noting those of other people."
"It's possible to have an awesome life, but it's up to ourselves to do it."
"Fear of failure and criticism can be crippling. Don't let others' negativity take away your joy."
"The more you put yourself out there, the more there is for people to take exception with."
"I learned also that the best way to keep out of trouble was by never complaining or asking for anything."
"The 'public' scares me, but people I trust."
"For a long time I was scared I'd find out I was like my mother."
"Black men don't like to be called 'boys,' but women accept being called 'girls.'"
"I have always felt comfortable in blue jeans. I have found it interesting, however, that people also whistle at blue jeans. I have to admit that I like mine to fit. There's nothing I hate worse than baggy blue jeans."
"I finally made up my mind I wanted to be an actress and I was not going to let my lack of confidence ruin my chances."
"I don't digest things with my mind."
"Girls shouldn't worry about being the equal of men in the business world."
"Marriage destroyed my relationship with two wonderful men."
"I know I will never be happy, but I know I can be gay!"
"I once wanted to prove myself by being a great actress. Now I want to prove that I'm a person. Then maybe I'll be a great actress."
"I always have a full-length mirror next to the camera when I'm doing publicity stills. That way, I know how I look."
