The relationship of black Americans to Obama is sociologically riveting.

[Senator] Kerry [democrat MA] is emerging as the worst of all the viable Democratic candidates. He has the backbone of Clinton and the charm of Gore.

The simple truth is that there isn't a single civil right I would deny to an evangelical Christian. I've defended their freedom of religion, of association, of disassociation, and believe they should be treated with respect. I wouldn't dream of drumming them out of the military, firing them for their faith, tearing up their relationships, or taking their children away from them. The favor, alas, is not returned.

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.

I think essentially corrupting institutions in Washington are turning conservatism into something that is really very creepy, but also emotionally and psychically powerful for people.

I think there were two great gay Americans obviously, and that was Abraham Lincoln and Walt Whitman.

Every generation is born into, for the most part, a heterosexual family.