If we as a nation are to break the cycle of poverty, crime and the growing underclass of young people ill equipped to be productive citizens, we need to not only implement effective programs to prevent teen pregnancy, but we must also help those who have already given birth so that they become effective, nurturing, bonding parents.

So much is made of good, strong roles for women. Actually, it's really interesting playing vul­nerable people as well.

In this country, the only way a minority can get anything done is to make a little noise.

I see many more men who are feminist, or at least who have learned about life in the context of feminism.

It's hard for women at my age in Hollywood, but I'm not discouraged.

An exercise outfit helps because it sets this time apart from the rest of your day and makes it matter more.

Christ was the first feminist and because of that I've learned from his teaching to call myself a Christian feminist, adding that her faith is not a matter of traditions and dogmas but, rather, a spiritual experience.