It's a new phenomenon in America that states can now sue the national government and become a kind of check and balance on the excesses of the federal government.

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

The defendant wants to hide the truth because he's generally guilty. The defense attorney's job is to make sure the jury does not arrive at that truth.

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

Ideas don't desert you; ideas aren't treasonous to you, but people can be.

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

The court of last resort is no longer the Supreme Court. It's 'Nightline.'