Those two principles: We're supposed to love one another and we're supposed to work together to make the experience better. That's all the religion you need, really, to make a success of this planet.

I somehow got this reputation of diddling and dithering. I don't remember dithering at all.

For me to make lasagna would be a desecration of a great Italian dish. . . . I don't mess with sacred things.

People asked me what I want as an epitaph: 'He tried'

I have no plans, and no plans to plan.

We believe in encouraging the talented, but we believe that while survival of the fittest may be a good working description of the process of evolution, a government of humans should elevate itself to a higher order.

In 1960 Americans chose John F. Kennedy because they were ready for change. They were ready for new and better ideas. After six years of scandals and failed policies under the Reagan Administration, Americans are again ready for change and stronger leadership. I love my country. That is why I am seeking the Democratic nomination for president.