When we judge or criticize another person, it says nothing about that person; it merely says something about our own need to be critical.

I have not always been wrong. History will bear me out, particularly as I shall write that history myself.

War is horrible, but slavery is worse.

Painting a picture is like trying to fight a battle.

Can a nation remain healthy, can all nations draw together in a world whose brightest stars are film stars?

It is wonderful what great strides can be made when there is a resolute purpose behind them.

I play for high stakes and given an audience - there is no act too daring or too noble.