And of course we are familiar with the English common law rule of thumb that said a man could in fact use a stick no bigger than his thumb to discipline his wife and family.

Extremely strong, effective, tenacious, and powerful political networks can be built when you fight losing battles as well as when you win.

Jesus never said anything about homosexuality.

I don't think you lead by pessimism and cynicism. I think you lead by optimism and enthusiasm and energy.

In any grass-roots campaign, building an ongoing base of support is as important as winning the ultimate goal.

the two major parties too often present us with a choice of the evil of two lessers.

The Young Women's Christian Association is nourished by its roots in Christianity and, at the same time, over the years, it's been enriched by beliefs and values from all kinds of places, even, in fact, strengthened by our diversity.