Bush explained his fundamental concept to me, that freedom is not an American invention, but rather a gift from God to all people.

This scepticism is the same scepticism I heard a generation ago in the USSR when few thought that a democratic transformation behind the iron curtain was possible.

The central premise behind Oslo was that if Arafat were given enough legitimacy, territory, weapons and money, he would use his power to fight terror and make peace with Israel.

It is not surprising, then, that in the decade since Oslo began, Arafat used all the resources placed at his disposal to fan the flames of hatred against Israel.

In dictatorships you need courage to fight evil; in the free world you need courage to see evil.

Japan is not a Western democracy. The Japanese have kept their traditions, culture and heritage, but they have joined the community of free nations.

It is important to remember that some of the most serious thinkers once thought that democracy was not compatible with the cultures of Germany, Italy, Japan, Latin America and Russia.

Free societies are societies in which the right of dissent is protected.

As soon as people become a little less fearful, they will also begin demanding more freedom.

Non-democratic regimes always need to mobilize their people against external enemies in order to maintain internal stability.

Will dissent be permitted? The answer to that question will determine whether the society is a free society or a fear society.

I swear to Vishnu, if this doesn’t work, I’m going to stab you in the throat with a Pipette.

The highest knowledge is to know that we are surrounded by mystery.

He had a big head and a face so ugly it became almost fascinating.

It's fun! Just fun...I don't think of it as a cabaret act per se, I call it more of a gig, if that makes any sense

The most important piece in the house is the garbage can.

I have made stage adjustments which allow me to hear myself better onstage so that has made playing live much more enjoyable.

There is always something to do. You just need to look harder, be creative and a little flexible.

Co-existence or no existence.

Every one of us has the capacity to lead.

Love of the simple is all that I need, I've no time for schism or lovers of greed.