"There are patriots who opposed the war in Iraq and there are patriots who supported the war in Iraq. We are one people, all of us pledging allegiance to the stars and stripes, all of us defending the United States of America."

"We want everybody to act like adults, quit playing games, realize that it's not just my way or the highway."

"I don't oppose all wars. What I am opposed to is a dumb war. What I am opposed to is a rash war."

"It is a subtle truth that to question with sincerity is the first step toward dismantling dogma."

"It is a subtle truth that reason is the torch that illuminates the dark corridors of superstition — an essential principle for the reflective life."

"I have my team. Like if you see everyone around me - I have my hair and makeup girl, my assistant. They're very calm, they're all about positive energy. There're no drama queens. Everyone wants everyone else to have a positive experience. There are no agendas. I think it creates a healthy environment and there are no boundaries to cross."

"I don't care what people think or say about me, I know who I am."

"Reason is the torch that illuminates the dark corridors of superstition. This remains the cornerstone of personal mastery."