“I think, by and large, the level of acting is mediocre. When I go to the theatre, I get so angry. I don't go.”

“In the coming days, I know there will be some reflecting on my time as mayor. Many of you will search to find what's behind my decision. It's simple. I have always believed that every person, especially public officials, must understand when it is time to move on. For me, that time is now.”