I'm learning to use others' weaknesses. I don't hammer a man's soft spot constantly, because he may strengthen it. I just save it as a trump up my sleeve for moments when I really need a point.

Always have the situation under control, even if losing. Never betray an inward sense of defeat.

Seven out of 10 black faces you see on television are athletes. The black athlete carries the image of the black community. He carries the cross, in a way, until blacks make inroads in other dimensions.

When bright young minds can't afford college, America pays the price.

You come to realize that life is short, and you have to step up. Don't feel sorry for me. Much is expected of those who are strong.

...I spent many, many hours in...libraries. Libraries became courts of last resort, as it were.

Let me put it this way: I think Republicans tend to keep the ball in play, Democrats go for broke.