Carter is the best President the Soviet Union ever had.

The most successful column is one that causes the reader to throw down the paper in a peak of fit.

Decide on some imperfect Somebody and you will win, because the truest truism in politics is: You can't beat Somebody with Nobody.

The wonderful thing about being a New York Times columnist is that it's like a Supreme Court appointment - they're stuck with you for a long time.

One challenge to the arts in America is the need to make the arts, especially the classic masterpieces, accessible and relevant to today's audience.

Never feel guilty about reading, it's what you do to do your job.

Previously known for its six syllables of sweetness and light, reconciliation has become the political fighting word of the year.