I think mistakes are the essence of science and law. It's impossible to conceive of either scientific progress or legal progress without understanding the important role of being wrong and of mistakes.

I think that lawyers are terrible at admitting that they're wrong. And not just admitting it - also realizing it.

I was a Jewish rabbinical student for 12 years, and studied the Bible all the time.

I think extremists within the base may very well move the Democratic party away from its pro-Israel position.

I am a man of principle. I will stick by my principles. I will tell the truth no matter where the chips fall.

Israel and the Palestinians must resolve their own differences. The United States can play an important role as facilitator and guarantor.

The threat or fear of violence should not become an excuse or justification for restricting freedom of speech.