Any suggestion that I'm writing about political operatives because I'm interested in political operatives misses the entire point.

In Haig's presence, Kissinger referred pointedly to military men as "dumb, stupid animals to be used" as pawns for foreign policy.

I don't think there will ever be a permanent truce, but I believe the media needs to be more careful and be willing to count to 10 before rushing on the air or into print.

I don't think voters give a hoot about the character of their political advisors, except to the extent that character reflects on the candidates.

Suppose Watergate had not been uncovered? I'd still be on the City Desk.

I think the problem in the Republican Party is really not money. I think they've got lots of it. I think it is theory of the case - why are we here, what is our message, how to connect to the real world.

Because of Watergate in part, I am kind of a magnet for calls and information and suggestions.