The people who really have character make deep, unshakable connections to something outside themselves.
David BrooksPeople generally overestimate how distinct their lives are, so the commonalities seemed to them like a series of miracles.
David BrooksPutin's an egomaniac, so there are two ways he can process his ego mania. He can say, "Oh, I stood up to the U.S.," or, "Hey, I'm essential to the world order."
David Brooks