Flattery, if judiciously administered, is always acceptable, however much we may despise the flatterer.

I like computers. It's the first time that I am endorsing a computer brand. I am very computer savvy, so this is certainly up my ally.

What's wonderful is to read the different translations - some done in 1600 and some in 1900 - of the same passage. It's fascinating to watch the same tale repeated in such a different way by two different centuries.

In adversity man is saved by hope.

The committee has an obligation to give you a choice. The members have the obligation and the right to make that choice.

Failed the bright promise of your early day?

All the problems of the world - child labor, corruption - are symptoms of a spiritual disease: lack of compassion.