I understand that sometimes the only way we can survive our own memories is to shape them into a story that makes sense out of events that seem inexplicable.

It amazed me how quickly a lie loses its power in the face of truth.

When you have so little, just the smallest thing can make you happy

Anyone who believes in the essential role government can play in improving people's lives must also be the toughest critics of those who abuse the public trust.

Our concept of governing is derived from our view of people. It is a concept deeply rooted in a set of beliefs firmly etched in the national conscience, of all of us.

Everybody should be lucky enough to live as long as I have and be happy.

The circle is the fundamental geometry of open human communication.

Care clings to wealth: the thirst for more Grows as our fortunes grow.

Americans are obsessed with wild, outlandish things. Marilyn Monroe, Mickey Mouse, and Michael Jackson are all wild, outlandish things.

I believe in life you need to always ask for everything politely and nicely, and then if they say no you do what you wanted to do anyway

Idle man, chases after fairy tales.

There is no finer sensations in life that which comes with victory over one's self. Go forward to a goal of inward achievement, brushing aside all your old internal enemies as you advance.

This is what it's all about. From what I could see, you could get a bunch of people together, whip up the press and have some impact.