That's a very real feeling - that I don't have a story to tell. I'm not a pure storyteller. I have a tough time with story.

My preference would have been to not go back on the air after 9\11, at all until the time felt right but that wasn't an option.

An artist’s job is to captivate… if we stumble into truth, we got lucky.

Perhaps something like Facebook couldn't have been invented by somebody who goes out five nights a week and has a ton of friends and makes friends really easily.

Decisions are made by those who show up. Don't ever forget that you're a citizen of this world.

It's important to remember that, first and foremost, if not only, this is entertainment. 'The West Wing' isn't meant to be good for you.

This is a time for serious people, Bob, and your fifteen minutes are up.