Civility is not simply about manners.

No activity I know is more of a confidence builder and at the same time more 'humility training' than wrestling.

Public decision-making does not lend itself to certitude.

History provides a sense of where we've been and lessons that can be taken forward.

There's probably a little greater case for pessimism than optimism. But I do not rule out optimism.

I am appalled by the notion of cultural wars.

I have a long-term interest in the humanities.