The only real difference between a wise man and a fool, Moore knew, was that the wise man tended to make more serious mistakes—and only because no one trusted a fool with really crucial decisions; only the wise had the opportunity to lose battles, or nations.

Victory comes only to those prepared to make it, and take it.

There are people in government who don't want other people to know what they know. It's just another example of elitism. And I spit on elitism. Show me an elitist, and I'll show you a loser.

Giving your book to Hollywood is like turning your daughter over to a pimp.

Liberation and equal-rights issues notwithstanding, it was a man's job to make a woman feel cherished and respected.

I am a politician which means I am a liar and a crook. When I am not kissing babies I am stealing their lollypops.

The difference between me and you is that I do good fiction.