I live my life by the numbers. Not only am I an American, I am an Americanist.

I need to do things on my own, need to be left alone.

Juan Williams is a very sharp guy.

To me, the real 'state of the union' is found in how Americans react to current events.

I lack the skill to hold a story line for the length required for a novel or even a short story. I have never had an idea that could withstand a hundred thousand words, or even ten thousand words of rubber meeting the road.

I don't have a crystal ball, but I'm willing to bet one of my arms right now that as long as there's electricity, Ramones music is going to be relevant.

I continually remind myself to live by a code. It's very important to me. I've got a bad temper.