The Court is perhaps one of the last citadels of jealously preserved individualism. For the most part, we function as nine, small independent law firms.

Leadership is the art of accomplishing more than the science of management says is possible.

When you decide to get involved in a military operation in a place like Syria, you've got to be prepared, as we learned from Iraq and Afghanistan, to become the government, and I'm not sure any country, either the United States or I don't hear of anyone else, who's willing to take on that responsibility.

Being in charge sometimes means making people mad. Some days you have to overrule even the best advice, because you think it is not right.

Don't just show kindness in passing or to be courteous. Show it in depth, show it with passion, and expect nothing in return. Kindness is not just about being nice; it's about recognizing another human being who deserves care and respect.

As I've thought about gay marriage, I don't see any reason not to say that [couples] should be able to get married.

Bad news isn't wine. It doesn't improve with age.