Men's first thoughts in this matter are generally better than their second; their natural notions better than those refin'd by study, or consultation with casuists.

There is a melancholy which accompanies all enthusiasm.

How comes it to pass, then, that we appear such cowards in reasoning, and are so afraid to stand the test of ridicule? - Sir Anthony Ashley Cooper, 7th Earl of Shaftesbury

The best relationships develop out of friendships.

I'm such a fan of actors, and also enjoy watching them work, so that I can help their acting in any way I can.

A man cannot have the energy to produce good art without having the energy to wish to pass beyond it.

Well, they are critics of the Bush administration generally on the human rights record of the administration, and in particular, they are very, very critical of this use of science.

All I really, really want our love to do is to bring out the best in me and in you too.

Our struggle does not end so long as there is a single human being considered untouchable on account of his birth.

You about to play an opponent who is either bigger, stronger, faster or more experienced than you. Is there any hope at all? Absolutely, because one factor is in your favor: You are the Underdog!

I think that what my parents taught me about hard work, optimism and education still holds true.

I ate too many Frosted Flakes. I don't remember what I said last night.

I take time with each person and try to remember them, especially if they're a repeater from another event. I know a lot of authors just sign a book and keep their heads down, but I'm not like that.