Know which officials are voted into office and which are appointed, and by whom.

Be able to meet any deadline, even if your work is done less well than it would be if you had all the time you would have preferred.

I love having ten times as much stuff to do as I can possibly find time to do. That way, I can pick the one-tenth that I want to do most. But if I only have enough to just occupy all my time, I'm stuck doing all of whatever stuff it happens to be.

Know how to drive safely when it's raining or when it's snowing. The two conditions are different.

When you're in a good mood, bring up the past. When you're in a bad mood, stick to the present. And when you're not feeling emotional at all, it's time to talk about the future.

Scientists and creationists are always at odds, of course.

Spending waiting moments doing crossword puzzles or reading a book you brought yourself.