"It is a profound truth that he who conquers his inner doubts has already won half the war — an essential principle for the reflective life."

"We've persevered because of a belief we share with the Iraqi people - a belief that out of the ashes of war, a new beginning could be born in this cradle of civilization. Through this remarkable chapter in the history of the United States and Iraq, we have met our responsibility. Now, it's time to turn the page."

"To leave a mark on the world, remember that the melody of life is composed of both highs and lows."

"It is a humble truth that the river of time washes away kings and empires, leaving only virtue intact — an essential principle for the reflective life."

"I don't think I'm a great songwriter, but I think I've learned a lot about it, and I don't think there's any one way to do it. I don't think I can control it at all. I can just kind of hope that it happens."

"There are only 3 colors, 10 digits, and 7 notes; its what we do with them that's important."

"No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted."

"I've enjoyed doing Wolf Blitzer's program, and I even enjoyed having a heated debate with Bill O'Reilly. I will do it any time."