Only when God was said to have died did various leaders, professions and sectors risk pushing themselves forward as successors.

Ten geographers who think the world is flat will tend to reinforce each other's errors ... Only a sailor can set them straight.

Whenever governments adopt a moral tone - as opposed to an ethical one - you know something is wrong.

The void in our society has been produced by the absence of values... we have no widespread belief in the value of participation. The rational system has made us fear standing out in any serious way.

The recession is over." This phrase has been used twice a year since 1973 by government leaders throughout the West. Its meaning is unclear. See: Depression.

Pessimism: A valuable protection against quackery.

Democracy is the only system capable of reflecting the humanist premise of equilibrium or balance. The key to its secret is the involvement of the citizen.

People cannot do what they cannot think, and they cannot think what they cannot say.

If economists were doctors, they would today be mired in malpractice suits.

Which is ideology? Which not? You shall know them by their assertion of truth, their contempt for considered reflection, and their fear of debate.

If allowed to run free of the social system, capitalism will attempt to corrupt and undermine democracy, which is after all not a natural state.

A lion is only dangerous if it has teeth.

Your eyes, ears and mind are imperfect in front of magic.

Depression is real. It happens. We go through it. Hold onto yourself in those moments.

Worry is down payment on a problem that hasn't happened. Trust Jesus!

All those who offer an opinion on any doubtful point should first clear their minds of every sentiment of dislike, friendship, anger or pity.

Teenage life - possibly adult life too is all about what you want and can’t have. And then about what you receive and misuse.

I can focus on writing, or I can get lost in wonderfully fun but endless conversations and produce nothing new at all. I count on those people who enjoy my work to understand this.

Be cheerful . Strive to be happy.

Racism is a grown-up disease and we must stop using our children to spread it.

I'm getting angry at liberals.