We live at a very special time . . . the only time when we can observationally verify that we live at a very special time!

I can't prove that God doesn't exist, but I'd much rather live in a universe without one.

What science is all about is a process. It's like saying, "Well, is it important for people to know that World War II happened?" Well it's part of what makes us who we are. And so, there's basic bits of science we need to know.

There are a lot of legislators who are afraid that kids will learn science and lose their faith.

As a scientist, I don't believe anything. Science shouldn't use the word belief. There are things more likely and less likely. Science can say nothing with absolute certainty.

In 5 billion years, the expansion of the universe will have progressed to the point where all other galaxies will have receded beyond detection.

You are all stardust.