The measure of a nation is not found in its military might, ... - Govan Mbeki

"The measure of a nation is not found in its military might, but in the wisdom of its people and the justice of its institutions."

Govan Mbeki Politics

Anti-apartheid Activist, Intellectual South African 1910–1983

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"The greatest wealth is health."

"Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world."

"A nation that does not know its past cannot make wise decisions about its future."

"Freedom is not just the absence of chains."

"Fear drives civilization. Without it, there is only chaos."

"Order through chaos. That's the only real answer."

"Politics and power corrupt when they're separated from purpose."

"The system isn't broken—it was built this way. We have to rebuild it."