There are only two kinds of freedom in the world; the freedom of the rich and powerful, and the freedom of the artist and the monk who renounces possessions.
- Anaïs NinTo renounce liberty is to renounce being a man, to surrender the rights of humanity and even its duties. For he who renounces everything no indemnity is possible. Such a renunciation is incompatible with man`s nature; to remove all liberty from his will is to remove all morality from his acts.
- Abusaleh ShariffUnless Hamas recognizes Israel`s right to exist and renounces terror, the Palestinian Authority should receive no direct U.S. assistance.
- Alon Tal