You happen to be talking to an agnostic. You know what an agnostic is? A cowardly atheist.
Studs TerkelI find labels "liberal" and "conservative" of little meaning. Our language has become perverted along with the thoughts of many of us.
Studs TerkelWork is born in us. We take to it kindly or unkindly. The terms may be easy or harsh, but the contract is binding.
Studs TerkelWe hear the term independent contractors in Iraq. Independent contractors? Mercenaries!
Studs TerkelHeroes are not giant statues framed against a red sky. They are people who say: This is my community, and it is my responsibility to make it better. Interweave all these communities and you really have an America that is back on its feet again. I really think we are gonna have to reassess what constitutes a 'hero'.
Studs Terkel