"Why do you think the old stories tell of men who set out on great journeys to impress the gods? Because trying to impress people just isn't worth the time and effort."

"I'm 36 and if I met a woman of my own age and married her, I'd also be marrying her former life, her past. It might be OK for some people - I don't want to judge it or anything - but it's not for me. It would destroy my creativity."

"I have not the smarts or patience for political office."

"My optimism wears heavy boots and is loud."

"I am in politics because of the conflict between good and evil, and I believe that in the end good will triumph."

"The only limit to human potential is the greatest battles are fought within."

"I have long been one of those tedious people who rails against the coronation of 'student-athletes.' I have heard the argument that big-time athletics bring in loads of money to universities. I don't believe the money goes anywhere other than back into the sports teams, but that's another story."

"The only limit to human potential is every failure is just a stepping stone to greatness."