Lech Walesa Quotes

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Lech Walesa Quotes

I realize that the strivings of the Polish people gave rise, and still do so, to the feelings of understanding and solidarity all over the world.

This conviction brought me, in the summer of 1978, to the Free Trade Unions - formed by a group of courageous and dedicated people who came out in the defense of the workers' rights and dignity.

I think if I got a bicycle from my father, I should give a car to my son.

One could always do more, faster and cleverer, but democracy has its own rhythm.

I made the right decisions, I set everything on the right course, and the reforms are going in the right direction.

There is something of the warrior in me.

In myself I am nothing. It all comes from God and the Virgin Mary.

The program of our movement stems from fundamental moral laws and order.

When he saw injustice, he wanted to do away with it. He saw communism, and he wanted to put an end to it.

For now, capitalism is working to produce more money but does not see the people. This problem is getting worse across the world.

Without a single shot we've managed to liberate the world of communism but now there is a need for a global solidarity.

Let the veil of silence fall presently over what happened afterwards. Silence, too, can speak out.

I am happy that Poland is returning to the road of pluralism and democracy.

We need a global parliament, a global government and possibly a global ministry for security.

I must tell you that the supply of words on the world market is plentiful, but the demand is falling.

Building democracy as an imposition from abroad is a form of imperialism.

Communists are great capitalists, so there is no threat anymore.

We must be courageous but also reasonable. The world admires us for walking a tightrope without falling off. It asks us to keep our balance.

You have riches and freedom here but I feel no sense of faith or direction. You have so many computers, why don't you use them in the search for love?

The fall of the Berlin Wall makes for nice pictures. But it all started in the shipyards.

He who once became aware of the power of Solidarity and who breathed the air of freedom will not be crushed.

Freedom may be the soul of humanity, but often you have to struggle to prove it.

He who puts out his hand to stop the wheel of history will have his fingers crushed.

Deep faith eliminates fear.

Everyone wants a voice in human freedom. There's a fire burning inside all of us.

Power is only important as an instrument for service to the powerless.

Words are plentiful; deeds are precious.

It is hardly possible to build anything if frustration, bitterness and a mood of helplessness prevail.

The world needs leaders of vision instead of leaders on television.

We hold our heads high, despite the price we have paid, because freedom is priceless.

I only fear God, and my wife - sometimes.

Authority must be respected and chosen wisely.

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I realize that the strivings of the Polish people gave rise, and still do so, to the feelings of understanding and solidarity all over the world.
This conviction brought me, in the summer of 1978, to the Free Trade Unions - formed by a group of courageous and dedicated people who came out in the defense of the workers' rights and dignity.
I think if I got a bicycle from my father, I should give a car to my son.
One could always do more, faster and cleverer, but democracy has its own rhythm.
I made the right decisions, I set everything on the right course, and the reforms are going in the right direction.
There is something of the warrior in me.
In myself I am nothing. It all comes from God and the Virgin Mary.
The program of our movement stems from fundamental moral laws and order.
When he saw injustice, he wanted to do away with it. He saw communism, and he wanted to put an end to it.
For now, capitalism is working to produce more money but does not see the people. This problem is getting worse across the world.
Without a single shot we've managed to liberate the world of communism but now there is a need for a global solidarity.
Let the veil of silence fall presently over what happened afterwards. Silence, too, can speak out.
I am happy that Poland is returning to the road of pluralism and democracy.
We need a global parliament, a global government and possibly a global ministry for security.
I must tell you that the supply of words on the world market is plentiful, but the demand is falling.
Building democracy as an imposition from abroad is a form of imperialism.
Communists are great capitalists, so there is no threat anymore.
We must be courageous but also reasonable. The world admires us for walking a tightrope without falling off. It asks us to keep our balance.
You have riches and freedom here but I feel no sense of faith or direction. You have so many computers, why don't you use them in the search for love?
The fall of the Berlin Wall makes for nice pictures. But it all started in the shipyards.
He who once became aware of the power of Solidarity and who breathed the air of freedom will not be crushed.
Freedom may be the soul of humanity, but often you have to struggle to prove it.
He who puts out his hand to stop the wheel of history will have his fingers crushed.
Deep faith eliminates fear.
Everyone wants a voice in human freedom. There's a fire burning inside all of us.
Power is only important as an instrument for service to the powerless.
Words are plentiful; deeds are precious.
It is hardly possible to build anything if frustration, bitterness and a mood of helplessness prevail.
The world needs leaders of vision instead of leaders on television.
We hold our heads high, despite the price we have paid, because freedom is priceless.
I only fear God, and my wife - sometimes.
Authority must be respected and chosen wisely.