A lot of artists say, I'm not political. People are afraid of this word.

Something happens to me when I witness someone's courage. They may not know I'm watching and I might not let them know. But something happens to me that will last me for a lifetime. To fill me when I'm empty, and rock me when I'm low.

When we make mistakes, say, I'm blessed that I have an opportunity to learn from this.

Part of being an artist is being willing to be shocked, being willing to be surprised, being willing to be hurt.

Peace can start with just one heart.

Poverty without a people's government looks like hopelessness, but to see poverty in organized communities is to see relief-in-progress.

White middle- and upper-class men have a longer journey to go than many people.