We're all born pessimists. It takes effort to be optimistic.

If Thomas Jefferson thought taxation without representation was bad, he should see how it is with representation.

Poverty is not the root cause of crime.

Liberals attempt through judicial activism what they cannot win at the ballot box.

We're not sexists, we're chauvinists - we're male chauvinist pigs, and we're happy to be because we think that's what men were destined to be. We think that's what women want.

End results that work that don’t involve government threaten liberals.

You know why there's a Second Amendment? In case the government fails to follow the first one.

Styrofoam and plastic milk jugs are biodegradable! Do you know what isn't biodegradable? Paper!

I think cigars are just a tremendous addition to the enjoyment of life.

The NAACP should have riot rehearsal. They should get a liquor store and practice robberies.

In a country of children where the option is Santa Claus or work, what wins?

Health care and education are too important NOT to be left to the free market.

People always fear what they don't understand, Evangeline. History proves that.

Why ever long for something from the past when the future brings things that are so much better?

I've always had a very positive relationship with the municipal labor unions - a respectful relationship.

I've been writing songs on little pieces of paper since I was a little kid, and it's just always been something I've done.

Neurons that fire together wire together. You can rewire your brain for higher consciousness by focusing on love.

The first sentence of a book is a handshake, perhaps an embrace.

I have always staged my fears as a way to transcend them.

Build it, and they will come" only works in the movies. Social Media is a "build it, nurture it, engage them, and they may come and stay.

If you really want your hair to look good, just don't wash it for a day. That's my secret.