I decided at age 9, but I was reinforced at age 13 when a teacher told me I had talent. I can't say she really motivated me because I already knew. I knew I had talent. I went to the Jewish community theater and got in plays there. Then I went for the movies.

I have more fun and more grand and glorious moments of my life than anyone I've never known. I know that some people call that manic-depress, and that other people call that being touched by God. I just call myself lucky.

It must be remembered that the Bush White House has a separate talent for character assassination that must not be confused with a talent for governance.

Power never turns power down, ever, unless institutionally demanded.

I didn't understand 3-D in the fifties and I can't say I get it now either. I just don't see what the big deal is.

The rules are all wrong today. The mandate of the media really does pre-date the founding of the United States.

Let's give some substance to patriotism. It may take a generation.