We don't become heroes overnight." - One step at a time, eventually discovering we have the strength to stare it down.

One thing is for sure-none of the arts flourishes on censorship and repression. And by this time it should be evident that the American public is capable of doing its own censoring.

The separation of church and state is extremely important to any of us who holds to the original traditions of our nation. . . . To change these traditions . . . would be harmful to our whole attitude of tolerance in the religious area. If we look at situations which have arisen in the past in Europe and other world areas, I think we will see the reason why it is wise to hold to our early traditions.

Develop a skin as thick as a rhinoceros hide!

The constant pressure to bring about conformity is a dangerous thing.

If you take stands in any way and people feel that you have any success in - a following, why those who disagree with you are going to feel very strongly about it.

I think it is impossible for one human being really to know another without first knowing and being at peace with himself.