It was like falling down an elevator shaft and landing in a pool full of mermaids.

There was no time for scholarly details, and, besides, I have always believed that a man can fairly be judged by the standards and taste of his choices in matters of high-level plagiarism.

All the blood is drained out of democracy - it dies - when only half the population votes.

They're gonna make it look like suicide. I know how those bastards think.

In the meantime, I would drink, rest, and ponder the meaning of this mob.

You better take care of me Lord, if you don't you're gonna have me on your hands.

I have long understood that losing always comes with the territory when you wander into the gambling business, just as getting crippled for life is an acceptable risk in the linebacker business. They both are extremely violent sports, and pain is part of the bargain. Buy the ticket, take the ride.