One of the sad commentaries on the way women are viewed in our society is that we have to fit one category. I have never felt that I had to be in one category.

Affirmative action has been generally cast in terms of race. I think women themselves are not as cognizant of the role affirmative action has played in opening the doors for women.

I have never believed in the impossible.

A woman who places a high priority on performance and excellence is seen as imperial. A man is seen as demanding and tough.

If we can't preserve the privacy of our right to procreate, I can't imagine what rights we will be able to protect.

The only safe ship in a storm is leadership.

The influence of one's parents is powerful and permanent.