We need a constitutional amendment to allow the legislature to control the so-called free speech rights of corporations.

My fear is that the whole island will become so overly populated that it will tip over and capsize.

Most people seem unaware that corporate influence and wealth has taken over public policy, such that government policy now favors the wealthy few at the expense of the people.

Most Americans have parents or grandparents who immigrated to this country, and we know the hardships they faced, from learning the language to dealing with prejudice.

The rising costs of higher education coupled with the stress of paying student loans are putting increasing pressure on students.

Programs like food stamps, unemployment insurance, Medicaid, and job retraining help Americans get back on their feet when they are down and out and laid off through no fault of their own.

America deserves common sense immigration reform that reflects our interests and our values as Americans.

Social Security is not just another government spending program. It is a promise from generation to generation.

The military is a machine of war. Not a law enforcement agency.

The essence of love and compassion is understanding, the ability to recognize the physical, material, and psychological suffering of others, to put ourselves “inside the skin” of the other.

My mom was really cool.

This morning I suddenly catch myself: I'm not there, I'm so lost in thought, I don't know what's going on around me. Can you think yourself to death?

Part of that is that New York has proved to be too much fun for me to live and work; I love New York so much.

If you are telling the truth, then you can speak gently, and your words will have power.

It's strange how a person can have a distinct distaste for herself, but still she clutches on to life.

For integrity to flourish in society, we have to nurture it - within ourselves, in our children, in our education systems.

I use different media, but I still think as a painter. I organize my forms and colors on a screen like a painter does on a canvas.

We seem to be committing ourselves to an eye wateringly expensive railroad for the few. High speed rail plan is madness.

When I go to a country, I go to flea markets, antique stores. I am always looking for something.