I wouldn't have the slightest interest in running for public office. I'd rather make jokes about politicians than become one of them.
Johnny CarsonIt's the lack of this kind of open and honest education about sex that causes so many kids to grow up with sexual hang-ups.
Johnny CarsonAnytime four New Yorkers get into a cab together without arguing, a bank robbery has just taken place.
Johnny CarsonThe vast majority of us don't want to face the fact that we're in the middle of a sweeping social revolution. In sex. In spiritual values. In opposition to wars no one wants. In opposition to government big-brotherhood. In civil rights. In basic human goals. They're all facets of a general upheaval.
Johnny CarsonDemocracy means that anyone can grow up to be president, and anyone who doesn't grow up can be vice president.
Johnny CarsonI can't say I ever wanted to become an entertainer. I already was one, sort of-around the house, at school, doing my magic tricks, throwing my voice and doing Popeye impersonations. People thought I was funny; so I kind of took entertaining for granted It was inevitable that I'd start giving little performances.
Johnny Carson