A writer represents his family history. My grandfather was a senator and my father served in the Roosevelt administration. In other words, I grew up in politics. This is why it seemed perfectly natural to take part in the battles of my time, and to participate in the writing of the history of my country.

I never miss a chance to have sex or appear on television.

There is no human problem which could not be solved if people would simply do as I advise.

Christianity is such a silly religion.

I was brought up to believe that what is out-of-doors should stay there and not be encouraged in any way.

To speak today of a famous novelist is like speaking of a famous cabinetmaker or speedboat designer. Adjective is inappropriate to noun.

If you want to rise in politics in the United States, there is one subject you must stay away from, and that is politics.