I decided to run because I wanted to show that the path to a life full of enlightenment is not too long .... To show that it is possible to live a moral life, even during this immoral era .... To declare that lawlessness leads to dictatorship; to remind everyone that respect for human rights does not weaken the system, but strengthens it. I decided to run to declare that people expect honesty and truthfulness of their servants in government, and that many of our problems have been created by their lies. I decided to run to declare that backwardness, poverty, corruption, and injustice are not our fate.

I want to say that whenever people call you to run for any position, you should first listen to the voice of God and your inner voice.

You have sat here too long for any good you are doing. Depart, I say, and let us have done with you. In the name of God, go!

For me, the decision to run was driven by an internal motivation to break down barriers for families that were going through similar struggles to the one my family had gone through.
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City government is the level of government that has the greatest impact on your day-to-day life. It is what effects the quality of schools that you are going to send your kids to, it affects the jobs that are available, it affects the cleanliness and safety of our streets, and it is also the level of government where you can innovate the most quickly. As city councilors, my colleagues and I are the first and last resort for residents when they are struggling with issues and problems. To be that direct link to services and programming is incredibly rewarding.
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Please consider running for office and reach out to others in the community. It’s a very strong network and don’t be afraid to ask for advice. Most important is to know what drives you as a person and follow that. Public life comes with a lot of scrutiny, it comes with a lot of criticism. It can be a tough environment, and it’s a long time away from family. But as long as you’re doing what you think is right and following what feels authentic to you, that’s all that matters at the end of the day.

Don't linger like this. You have decided to go away. Now go!

Anything you have to do, just get it done. Why wait? You’re not getting any younger. Your life is slipping away. You don’t want to spend it waiting in line. You don’t want to spend it traveling back and forth. You don’t want to spend it doing things you know ultimately aren’t part of your mission.

If you push me, I may have to run against you, Mr. Mayor. And when I run, I win.

I've heard the call. I believe God wants me to run for President.

I haven't got much time to waste
It's time to make my way
I'm not afraid of what I'll face
But I'm afraid to stay.

Don't walk when you can RUN.

I don't want to die as long as I can work; the minute I can not, I want to go.

Quite frankly, stop running away from the media. Stop avoiding interrogation and stop avoiding young people. It is unhealthy for our society and if you want to serve in public office, you have to be willing and ready to be a person that is for the people.

To avoid disruptions in development when someone else is voted for, I appeal to you to vote for me to continue my work. I have served and worked hard for you. I appeal to you to allow me continue the good work we have started to a point where Asokwa will become an enviable constituency to all.”

Now, if you want me to get out of the world, you had better get the women votin' soon. I shan't go till I can do that.