It is important to understand that the system of advantage is perpetuated when we do not acknowledge its existence.

To work effectively as an agent of change in a pluralistic society, it is necessary to be able to connect with people different from oneself.

The task of resisting our own oppression does not relieve us of the responsibility of acknowledging our complicity in the oppression of others.

We all get misinformation growing up about people who are different from ourselves.

In order to prevent chronic discomfort, Whites may learn not to notice.

The social pressure from friend and acquaintance to collude, to not notice racism, can be quite powerful.

White people who are doing this work need to make their stories known to serve as guides for others.

Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a man's character, give him power.

A stupid friend can hurt you more than a smart enemy.

A positive attitude will help fortify your courage to build unshakable confidence and self-esteem.

Make them laugh, make them cry, and hack to laughter. What do people go to the theatre for? An emotional exercise. I am a servant of the people. I have never forgotten that.

It's been a hard time to celebrate, to come out with a smile. But I'm an American. Naomi asked me to come out to support other Americans, and here I am.

We [Notekillers] aren't necessarily trying to be role models, but if we are, that's cool.

I guess I've always been an aspiring novelist. I went to Princeton and wrote a novel for my thesis.

You don't build a new power plant in the United States overnight. It takes years to build.

I think if I'm 40, and I don't have any kids, and I'm not married, I would have a baby artificially inseminated. I would feel like Mary, like Jesus is my baby.