I guess I haven't talked to Bob Dylan since before then [interview to Rolling Stones]. I follow his career.

Bill Clinton outshines John Adams in that regard.

The death panel issue arose with Tom Daschle, who was originally going to be the Health Czar. Daschle became enamored with the British system and wrote a book about health care, which influenced President [Barack] Obama.

[Bill Clinton] has called for expanded wiretaps for the FBI.

I think one thing we share [with my wife] is a complete bottomless disdain for Bill Clinton.

Martin Williams persistently gets at essences, and that is why he has contributed so much to the very small body of authentic jazz criticism.

There are enough people who are starting to be actively involved that we can turn things around. And we need to encourage others to become involved.