The 'democracy gap' in our politics and elections spells a deep sense of powerlessness by people who drop out, do not vote, or listlessly vote for the 'least worst' every four years and then wonder why after every cycle the 'least worst' gets worse.

A leader has the vision and conviction that a dream can be achieved. He inspires the power and energy to get it done.

Power has to be insecure to be responsive.

A society that has more justice is a society that needs less charity.

Your best teacher is your last mistake.