I don't think you can be a good actor and want to please, because so much about performing and acting is surprising people.

Before the throne of the Almighty, man will be judged not by his acts but by his intentions. For God alone reads our hearts.

I am free because I know that I alone am morally responsible for everything I do. I am free, no matter what rules surround me. If I find them tolerable, I tolerate them if I find them too obnoxious, I break them. I am free because I know that I alone am morally responsible for everything I do.

I think this is the most extraordinary collection of talent, of human knowledge, that has ever been gathered at the White House - with the possible exception of when Thomas Jefferson dined alone.

One travels more usefully when alone, because he reflects more.