Here are some words of wisdom to consider as Saskatoon's civic election approaches.

"To my mind, democracy is more compassionate, more harmonious, more friendly than any other system. It respects others' rights and considers others equally as human brothers and sisters. Although you might disagree with them, you have to respect their wishes."

-His Holiness the Dalai Lama


From The Pocket Dalai Lama, edited by Mary Craig, 2002. Reprinted by arrangement with Shambhala Publications, Boston, www.shambhala.com .