Artists rarely do the same thing over and over again. Art is about the new, doing things in a new way.

In high school, I would drive my teachers batty. They would make a statement, and I would say, 'Why is that?' They didn't want to be questioned.

I'd be bored to death if I spent all my time with other businesspeople, bankers and lawyers.

Unfortunately, the boards of art institutions tend to be populated with well-meaning supporters of the arts who often lack any business background or appetite for imposing appropriate discipline.

Without a doubt, stem cell research will lead to the dramatic improvement in the human condition and will benefit millions of people.

Time is the most valuable thing you have - and I'm not just talking about the minutes for which you're paid.

School district policies and practices have not kept pace with student and teacher needs.