Most people's major life changes don't come from reading an article in the newspaper; they come from reading longer-form essays or thoughtful books, which are much more convincing and detailed.

Only those blinded by greed would refuse to let a friend make a copy.

Being around some of the bright lights of the technology world and having them expect great things helps you sit down and do it seriously.

Steadfastness is a noble quality, but unguided by knowledge or humility, it becomes rashness, or obstinacy.

As the Internet breaks down the last justifications for a professional class of politicians, it also builds up the tools for replacing them.

Real education is about genuine understanding and the ability to figure things out on your own; not about making sure every 7th grader has memorized all the facts some bureaucrats have put in the 7th grade curriculum.

I don’t want to be happy. I just want to change the world.