Stupidity is the only natural capital offense.

Everybody lies about sex.

At one time kings were anointed by Deity, so the problem was to see to it that Deity chose the right candidate. In this age the myth is "the will of the people" ... but the problem changes only superficially.

Everything is theoretically impossible, until it is done.

The second best thing about space travel is that the distances involved make war very difficult, usually impractical, and almost always unnecessary. This is probably a loss for most people, since war is our race's most popular diversion, one which gives purpose and color to dull and stupid lives. But it is a great boon to the intelligent man who fights only when he must-never for sport.

The lessons of history teach us - if the lessons of history teach us anything - that nobody learns the lessons that history teaches us.

Always cut the cards...and smile when you lose.