In my latest National Post column I say the horrific mass killing of pedestrians in Toronto reminds us of the central role of moral choice in all our lives.

"We must understand the difference between fear societies and free societies, between dictators and democrats. We must understand the link between democracy and peace and between human rights and security. Above all, we must bring back moral clarity so that we may draw on the power of free individuals, free nations, and the free world for the enormous challenges ahead."

Natan Sharansky’s “Preface” in Natan Sharansky with Ron Dermer The Case for Democracy

"Thinking is the hardest work there is, which is the probable reason why so few engage in it."

Henry Ford, quoted in Anthony Robbins Unlimited Power
 

 "Some people are always grumbling that roses have thorns. I am thankful that thorns have roses."

Alphonse Karr, "French critic and novelist” quoted as "Thought du jour" in "Social Studies" in Globe & Mail April 25, 2011