The core of the concept of a bribe is an inducement improperly influencing the performance of a public function meant to be gratuitously exercised.

Cynicism is not realistic and tough. It's unrealistic and kind of cowardly because it means you don't have to try. ---in Good Housekeeping

It's better for the country when each party looks like it stands for something serious, for some big things, but they're not narrow and they're not bought.

The first snow always startles. It covers the tricycle in the driveway, turning its frame into an abstact sculpture that says: See how quickly yesterday turns into today.

Don't fall in love with politicians, they're all a disappointment. They can't help it, they just are.

Here is an old tradition badly in need of return: You have to earn your way into politics. You should go have a life, build a string of accomplishments, then enter public service.

Abortion is either OK or it's not.