It is often easier to ask for forgiveness than to ask for permission.

The most damaging phrase in the language is: 'It's always been done that way.'

A ship in port is safe, but that's not what ships are built for.

The only phrase I've ever disliked is, 'Why, we've always done it that way.' I always tell young people, 'Go ahead and do it. You can always apologize later.'

To me programming is more than an important practical art. It is also a gigantic undertaking in the foundations of knowledge.

No computer is ever going to ask a new, reasonable question. It takes trained people to do that.

You manage things, you lead people. We went overboard on management and forgot about leadership.

One accurate measurement is worth a thousand expert opinions.

Leadership is a two-way street, loyalty up and loyalty down. Respect for one's superiors; care for one's crew.

The glass is neither half empty nor half full. It's simply larger than it needs to be. It is easier to get forgiveness than permission

I've always been more interested in the future than in the past.

That man is happiest who lives from day to day and asks no more garnering the simple goodness of a life.

I met an American woman and got married so I had to get a job.

The task of saving the earth's environment must and will become the central organizing principle of the post-Cold War world.

The first step toward liberation of any group is to use the power in hand... And the power in hand is the vote.

Yes, but knee pants are so much more flattering. You can see my legs." You want people to see your legs?" I have very nice legs!" We both paused to admire them for a moment.

I think it's best to date someone who doesn't do what you do.

On the football field I keep my emotions tied up inside. But when I'm with family, I let them out.

That's my suggestion for kids who want to act, by the way: Make sure it's really your choice, get out of it when it stops being fun, and get an education.

In the heart of man, there is a constant conflict between the flesh and the spirit.

All saints give testimony to the truth that without real effort, no one ever wins the crown.