This is a global fight to get the right people in the right place and we're talking about people with PhDs in engineering, computer science, mathematics.

One of the most difficult speeches to prepare is an address to a graduation class, which is why I don't often do them.

The most powerful way to maintain a steady supply of inspiration and unconditional peace is to find and pursue your calling.

Haters and bullies are always cowards, you know. They like to pick on little guys.

Well you know it's dangerous in politics, because especially in the Philippines there's a lot of killing in politics.

When the world stops, time stops.

The Guardian,[is] one of the most consistently anti-Catholic newspapers in the world.

In Ireland, I don't get asked out much. English boys are a lot more flirty.

People who believe in themselves and in a cause greater than themselves can achieve great things-as long as they have a well-intentioned leader to point them in the right direction.

The devil should not be allowed to keep all the best tunes for himself.

My price is five dollars for a miniature on ivory, and I have engaged three or four at that price. My price for profiles is one dollar, and everybody is willing to engage me at that price

You can't just try to be a performer. It's in your DNA. I really believe that it's either what you are or it's not at all.