I had seen people who had lost everything and everyone they loved to war, famine, and natural disasters.

My parents and my grandmother inspire me every day and, every day, in my work and personal life.

When we look at that jingoism and the sexism and the racism and the homophobia, that's not who we are, and that's not the country that I want my daughter to grow up in.

I love the right words. I think economy and precision of language are important.

I hope to make a positive, productive contribution, as cheesy as that may sound.

I really believe that with a little bit of information, kids can make a big difference.

My grandmother was determined that everyone feel a sense of optimism and opportunity. Marc and I want to make sure we're doing that. This period of our lives is not just a tribute to her, it's inspired by her. And it's for when we have our own children — I want to help make sure we've got a world I want them to live in.