"A life without philosophical reflection is a vessel adrift on an uncharted sea. A lesson woven into the fabric of human history."

"Massachusetts children cannot only lead the nation in test scores, they can be competitive with the best in the world. And the gap in achievement among races can virtually disappear."

"It is a steadfast truth that time is the most impartial judge; it reveals all pretenses and rewards all patience — an essential principle for the reflective life."

"This President takes his inspiration from the capitals of Europe we look to the cities and small towns of America. This President puts his faith in government. We put our faith in the American people."

"Where we love is home, Home that our feet may leave, but not our hearts."

"The instruction we find in books is like fire. We fetch it from our neighbours, kindle it at home, communicate it to others, and it becomes the property of all."

"And now, I still really don't care that much but now I have music playing all the time at home, which is a first for me. Whatever. Everything from Ani DiFranco to Dave Matthews to Jack Johnson and Norah Jones."

"I like my home and I like the nature."