With the exception of weapons of mass destruction, there is no other type of attack that is more effective than suicide terrorism. The perception is that it's impossible to guard against.

One of the most ignored dimensions of the Iraqi insurgency are the Iraqis themselves who are regularly abducted, held for ransom and sometimes executed.

It could be coincidence. It's an extraordinarily short turnaround it's impossible to say at this point.

Al-Qaeda's obituary has been written countless times over the decade. Each iteration has proved to be ephemeral, as the moment has continually shown itself to have a deeper bench than we imagine.

The mind delights in making connections.

HIGGINS [aggrieved] Do you mean that my language is improper?MRS HIGGINS. No, dearest: it would be quite proper - say on a canal barge...

The very essence of architecture consists of a variety and development reminiscent of natural organic life. This is the only true style in architecture.

When you are grateful - when you can see what you have - you unlock blessings to flow in your life.

I can't even explain to you how terrible that feels, that I equate dating a woman with punishment, shame, guilt, disappointment, reproach, reprimand, persecution. It's a nightmare.

Science is not ... a perfect instrument, but it is a superb and invaluable tool that works harm only when taken as an end in itself.

A politician is an animal which can sit on a fence and yet keep both ears to the ground.

We need to do whatever it takes to get our children together and pay attention to them, because that's our future. What's in the hearts and minds of our children is what's in our future.

I would rather have people be even cynical about me than to feed the negative vibe.

I'm a seeker. I'm very much a believer in science. But I do think there are times when science and mysticism intersect.