That is [Edward Said] proposal as to how the term should be used. It surely does not describe those who are called "intellectuals" in standard usage, as he would be the first to agree.

A big producer can survive price fluctuations on the world market. A small farmer can't.

There are very deep and restrictive principles that determine the nature of human language and are rooted in the specific character of the human mind

There is a big difference between tweeting to your friend about something that is happening and having a real personal relationship with people.

If it's wrong when they do it, it's wrong when we do it.

Immediately after 11 September, the U.S. closed down the Somali charitable network Al-Barakaat on grounds that it was financing terror. This achievement was hailed one of the great successes of the 'war on terror.' In contrast, Washington's withdrawal of its charges as without merit a year later aroused little notice.

The United States is going to continue to punish Iran because of its defiance.