Hope for the best and work for it.

It's time for democrats to grow a backbone and stand up for what we believe.

We have drained common sense out of our politics. The more we focus on tactics and games, the more good people check out and give up

Be present - and see what a difference it makes in your lives and in the world.

I've learned over the years that identity has a whole lot less to do with location or other people's expectations than with your own sense of self and self-confidence.

Don't tell me words don't matter.

It's a free country. I wish it weren't.

I view the experiences that I have had - both the tough ones and the pleasant ones - as gifts.

If you are ever going to move beyond where you stand at that moment you have to conjure a picture in your head of where you want to go.

Let's go tell everyone we meet that, when the American dream is at stake, you want Barack Obama in charge.

For too long, Democrats have been telling people what they want to hear. I'm going to tell you what I believe.

We have to show these men and women freedom by enslaving them, and show them courage by frightening them.

I couldn't imagine that I'd ever fall in love again like I had with Gideon. For better or worse, he was my soulmate. The other half of me. In many ways, he was my reflection.

I have a Lab, it's fun to hang out and hike with the dog, people come up to him, and pet him, it's fun.

You never achieve success unless you like what you are doing.

I like old men. They can be wonderful bastards because they have nothing to lose. The only people who can be themselves are babies and old bastards.

Don't we have to respond to people who don't seem normal to us? Will my child grow up able to accept that not everyone looks the same?

I'd say the music influences the writing - the music and rhythm of the prose - much more than the writing influences the music.

Stuart is good for Manchester City. It is not hard to see his passion for the game, and his commitment. (on Stuart Pearce)

I expect that you must receive top marks at school, young lady." Madeleine smiled as she stirred her tea. "There are always rewards for those who state the obvious frequently and with conviction.

My vision is to inspire others to find purpose and happiness.