Obama is looking good because he kept his nerve and retained his restraint. That's a tough combo: nerve and restraint. It takes a cold-bloodedness to pull this off, and there are times when ice seems to run through the man's veins.

I think a lot of people are afraid the truth is in conflict with God. And are unable to let go and let the truth of the world.

The relationship of black Americans to Obama is sociologically riveting.

Al Gore's problem, in my view, is that he never liked politics. He's actually deeply uncomfortable in it but felt he had to do it because of his father. He's much more comfortable in a private sector role and has, in fact, been much more successful in a private sector role, and I admire him for that.

I purge compulsively. I'm constantly shedding things.

Don't fool yourself that you're blogging when you're really just putting stuff up online.

The essence of romantic love is not the company of a lover but the pursuit.