Most of us readily take things for granted that at an earlier time remained to be discovered

Democracy, it appears, is a bit chancy. But its chances also depend on what we do ourselves

Require... electoral votes to be allocated in proportion to the popular votes

As in Athens, the right to participate was restricted to men, just as it was also in all later democracies and republics until the twentieth century.

One is called a saiyami [those with inner control] when no intent of transgression remains within him. Even during anger-pride-deceit-greed when there is no violent intent

The best music... is essentially there to provide you something to face the world with.

A hero is an ordinary individual who finds the strength to persevere and endure in spite of overwhelming obstacles.

Don't call me son unless you're going to include me in your will. (When Adolph Rupp called him, "Son.")

If you look at the true essence of the Black Panthers, they were more of a community protection group.

The questioners had that beautiful detachment and devotion to stern justice of men dealing in death without being in any danger of it.

What’s wrong with you? Are you ill? I forbid you to be ill, wife.

Love from one being to another can only be that two solitudes come nearer, recognize and protect and comfort each other.

Do not take the agenda that someone else has mapped out for your life.

I cringe inside when anybody gives me something. I don't know why. I just get embarrassed.