The only way to eliminate the deficit in the long run is through growth.

One of the things we worry about when we cut the tax on gasoline is that it basically stimulates additional use.

The term 'income inequality' is a bit misleading because it suggests in a somewhat pejorative way that the rich are getting richer at the expense of the poor.

It is a little surprising given the strength of the economy that there is a perception - at least among some of the public - that the economy is not very good.

How easy it was to lose everything you had always thought you'd have forever.

Luke, I don't want to discourage your curiosity, but I have to remind you, if something goes wrong, this is an exceptionally embarassing way to die." Mara

I'm not against being proud of where you come from but I feel like sometimes the divisions are a little too bold and it hurts us more than it helps us.

Whoever you are, whatever your dream, you have to be strong in your head and strong in your heart. Be strong. There's no quitting in the person who wants it bad enough.

One does not always do the best there is. One does the best one can.

Art is an attitude toward life. If you aim your work and your life high, keep your scene harmonious, then you're an artist and your life is art.

Practice giving things away, not just things you don't care about, but things you do like.

It's a disease of critics that once they've labeled someone, it's very hard to change their perspective. It's laziness.

Reading is also a journey. It's a process of discovery.

I've been watching a lot of Joni Mitchell YouTube clips and I can't believe her transformation from this folk singer in Canada.