I was taught that the world had a lot of problems; that I could struggle and change them; that intellectual and material gifts brought the privilege and responsibility of sharing with others less fortunate; and that service is the rent each of us pays for living - the very purpose of life and not something you do in your spare time or after you have reached your personal goals.

Family and moral values are so central to everything that I am.

Don't just dream about grandiose acts of doing good. Every day do small ones, that add up over time to positive patterns.

The legacy I want to leave is a child-care system that says that no kid is going to be left alone or left unsafe.

You just need to be a flea against injustice. Enough committed fleas biting strategically can make even the biggest dog uncomfortable and transform even the biggest nation.

Never work just for money or for power. They won't save your soul or help you sleep at night.

You really can change the world if you care enough.