The building of friendship, family, community and love is complicated. We are so isolated in this country, no longer supported by tribes and villages.

I am very sad for men and women trapped in any relationship where there is cruelty, dominance, inequity. I long for the liberation of all people.

If black people mistrust white people, they are mistrusting racism, and that is appropriate.

I don't much care who is gay or straight or married or not. I mostly notice if they are brave enough to confront bigotry.

There is no sexuality that is greater or lesser than another.

I would love to direct a movie, something I really like with a great cast. What a dream!

It is a full time job being honest one moment at a time, remembering to love, to honor, to respect. It is a practice, a discipline, worthy of every moment.