I started a theater called Steppenwolf. We've been very supportive of the veterans there.

When I think of work, it's mostly about having control over your destiny, as opposed to being at the mercy of what's out there.

I've directed enough in the theatre and a couple of films to know that - to feel fairly secure that if I find a story that I really like I can probably get it done somewhat.

While we can never do enough to show gratitude to our nation's defenders, we can always do a little more.

The actors I was most impressed with and who were influencing my taste were all movie actors, so I always wanted to do movies but I didnt want to go to Hollywood and become a waiter in the meantime. The chances are really slim that an actor will be discovered in Hollywood. ... Ive never had to compromise myself for a job, ever.

Well, youre not incorrect on either front, because absolutely, there are children here in this country that need help as are everywhere in the world.

Freedom and security are precious gifts that we, as Americans, should never take for granted. We must do all we can to extend our hand in times of need to those who willingly sacrifice each day to provide that freedom and security. While we can never do enough to show gratitude to our nation's defenders, we can always do a little more.