Nobody wants a unitary voice of authority any more.

A general truth is to have a good sense of humor. Roll with the punches of life's ups and downs. Laughing at yourself always helps.

People often assume New York City is no place to keep a dog. This is certainly what my parents told me when I was growing up there. But I have found this not to be the case at all.

The idea that women journalists bring a different taste in stories or sensibility isnt true.

If The Times said it, it was the absolute truth.

Print is still responsible for a significant portion of the revenues that, you know, pay for the work of the newsroom. But, you know, digital is very important. And part of the thrill of having this job now is I get to lead us through what is both a thrilling and very challenging transition from a print world to a digital world.

We human beings are a lot more resilient than we often realize. Resilient and perseverant.