Kamisese Mara - I received my money from the treasury,...

Money, Life

I received my money from the treasury, I used to very early to go the clubs, but when the burden of looking after my children came upon me I tried to live a quite life, and save as much as I could.

- Kamisese Mara

Other quotes by Kamisese Mara

Even institutions of State, such as the judiciary, were seriously weakened, to the extent that the citizenry justifiably feared a breakdown in law and order. The business community was hit by a slump in sales and confidence, leading to reduced earnings and loss of jobs.

- Kamisese Mara

The first money I have been offered was as District Officer Ba.

- Kamisese Mara

It is with obedience to your call that I take up the burden of government leadership for the final time.

- Kamisese Mara

It is from the traditional family that we absorb those universal ideals and principles which are the teaching of Jesus, the bedrock of our religious faith. We are taught the difference between right and wrong, and about the law, just punishment and discipline.

- Kamisese Mara

How could I stand by and watch my house on fire?

- Kamisese Mara

And I said, yes, if you think that I avoid bloodshed by standing aside, then I will stand aside.

- Kamisese Mara

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