The point of advertising is to destroy markets.

The September 11 attacks were major atrocities. . . . This was a horrendous crime . . . The primary victims . . . were working people: janitors, secretaries, firemen, etc. It is likely to prove to be a crushing blow to Palestinians . . . It is also likely to lead to harsh security controls, with many possible ramifications for undermining civil liberties and internal freedom.

How do I define God? I don't.... People who find such conceptions important for themselves have every right to frame them as they like. Personally, I don't.

There are enormous opportunities to work for a world that is more free, peaceful and just.

State formation has been a brutal project, with many hideous consequences. But the results exist, and their pernicious aspects should be overcome.

Free speech has been used by the Supreme Court to give immense power to the wealthiest members of our society.

I don't like piracy but if anybody's concerned about piracy, why don't they pay attention to our role in it?