To become a lapsed Catholic, first go to a Catholic university.

So I think (Obama) definitely has convinced people that he stands for change and for hope, and I can't wait to see what he stands for.

It will be great when it's not such a big deal when a woman gets a good job.

I think I'm an actor because I have very strong imagination and empathy. I never studied acting, but those two qualities are exactly the qualities that make for an activist.

Everyone has a responsibility towards this larger family of man, but especially if you're privileged, that increases your responsibility.

You just can never count on a formula, on a movie that you think is going to be a big hit, and that's why you do it. You have to choose each one for what you think you'll learn and the fun you'll have. And maybe the cool people that you work with or a character that you're going to be able to explore ... You just keep your fingers crossed.

I've just come back from Vegas, and I was in on the caucus process. It's insane. What a mess. And also with these particular candidates who are running, so many times I said, "I just wish Kurt Vonnegut were alive." This is like something he would be writing. This is just crazy stuff. I would love to hear his take on it.