Everything in Russia is made of cement - phone booths, fence posts and light bulbs.

Despite the obvious benefits, many Americans do not like Texas. Some even say they despise Texas, and make no secret of their feelings.

Every once in a while, people need to be in the presence of things that are really far away.

Russian humor is to adapt or make some sense or nonsense out of the insanity of their lives.

America can enjoy a vital, fully functioning government, with all the benefits provided by Texas, while reducing Texas at the same time.

Human connection is the way things work. It's like a patronage system. You know somebody, and he knows somebody, and he knows somebody, and he knows the district governor, and it's okay.

When I needed to think or was really upset, generally I climbed a tree.