When it comes to partisan politics, everyone is a hypocrite. And all they care about is whether it hurts or helps them ... Is it good or bad for the Democrats? Is it good or bad for the Republicans? Is it good or bad for Jews, or good or bad for blacks, or is it good or bad for women? Is it good or bad for men? Is it good or bad for gays? That's the way people think about issues today. There is very little discussion of enduring principles.

I've thought of publishing a book of my hate mail, but I don't own the rights to the letters.

It's never acceptable to target civilians. It violates the Geneva Accords, it violates the international law of war and it violates all principles of morality.

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

I know Obama, I like Obama, I voted for Obama.

African-Americans are as fair as any other group, but they bring their life experiences to bear as just as whites bring their experiences to bear.

The worst mistake you can make is underrating your enemy. Assuming that they're evil - I think it's a terrible thing to do.