The spirit of Ubuntu, that once led Haiti to emerge as the first independent black nation in 1804, helped Venezuela, Colombia and Ecuador attain liberty, and inspired our forefathers to shed their blood for the United States' independence, cannot die. Today, this spirit of solidarity must and will empower all of us to rebuild Haiti.
More Quotes from Jean-Bertrand Aristide:
Before the elections of the year 2000 which led me for the second time to the National Palace in Haiti, I had talked about peace, ... And throughout in the National Palace, throughout my tenure, I talked about peace. And today I continue to talk about peace.Jean-Bertrand Aristide
I am ready to give my life if that is what it takes to defend my country,
Jean-Bertrand Aristide
We have problems which will be addressed by Haitians.
Jean-Bertrand Aristide
Blood has flowed in Hinche, ... It may be that the police cannot cope with this kind of attack.
Jean-Bertrand Aristide
I would like to launch an appeal to the international community to ensure that the rule of law be kept and the immediate arrest of these drug deals and others who are planning the murder of many Haitians and others who continue to preach violence where what we need is peace,
Jean-Bertrand Aristide
As far as we are concerned, we are ready to leave today, tomorrow, at any time, to join the people of Haiti, to share in their suffering, help rebuild the country, moving from misery to poverty with dignity.
Jean-Bertrand Aristide
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