I think England has been in the long-term damaged by Britishness.

To be defeated, but not to give in, is victory.

I went into journalism in a grandiose way. I thought maybe I'd do a little journalism whilst I write the great novel of all time you see -- one has to keep oneself afloat.

Who invented political tolerance? The English invented it, it's something which has taken roots with some difficulty in Scottish politics.

I'm always interested in debunking myths if they are untrue. But it's also important to identify myths and how they function, what value they may have.

I am always fascinated when people talk about 'the forging of a nation'. Most nations are forgeries, perpetrated in the last century or so.

Darwinism did not strip meaning from the world but intensified it, 'by identifying it in as many aspects of life as possible'.

On the Black Sea, my father saw it begin. And on the Black Sea, seventy years on, I saw the beginning of its end.

To be defeated, but not to give in, is victory.- Jósef Piłsudski

The power of great thoughts, timeless possibilities.

True wealth is in the heart.

I love John Madden, because he makes me feel smart.

I think you can look at the British economy with confidence.

I know I hurt you then But that was way back when.

A blocked path also offers guidance.

Some Warriors look fierce, but are mild. Some seem timid, but are vicious. Look beyond appearances; position yourself for the advantage.

Do not get yourself into the illusion that there is something so unique about the question of organ or body parts ... that the general rules of economics do not apply.

Sometimes we're actually right when we go with our gut and stand on principle in supporting underdog candidates.

Creation is too grand, complex, and mysterious to be captured in a narrow creed. That is why we cherish individual freedom of belief.