I have always thought that underpopulated countries in Africa are vastly underpolluted.

I think the economic logic behind dumping a load of toxic waste in the lowest wage country is impeccable and we should face up to it.

When I look out the window at my backyard, I can't think of anything interesting to ask. I mean, it's green, it's growing-but nothing occurs to me that any concentrated effort of thought could possibly enlighten. Whereas in economic, statistical, or mathematical kinds of things, I can think lots of questions.

Takeovers wouldn't cause the stock market to rise unless there is an upward reassessment of earnings (potential). People are more optimistic and confident about the future.

With uncertainty in oil markets, a buildup of speculative pressures and the large U.S. current account deficit, there is a real possibility that Paulson's crisis-management skills will be tested.

The availability of private insurance provides tremendous insulation for millions of individuals

Contagion has become very much a phenomenon, and it's a phenomenon of globalization.