“People that are really very weird can get into sensitive positions and...” — Dan Quayle Quote

“People that are really very weird can get into sensitive positions and have a tremendous impact on history.”

“For NASA, space is still a high priority.”

“It's wonderful to be here in the great state of Chicago.”

“We shouldn't have to be burdened with all the technicalities that come up from time to time with shrewd, smart lawyers interpreting what the laws or what the Constitution may or may not say.”

“My friends, no matter how rough the road may be, we can and we will, never, never surrender to what is right.”

“The President is going to benefit from me reporting directly to him when I arrive.”

“Beware of endeavoring to become a great man in a hurry. One such attempt in ten thousand may succeed. These are fearful odds.”

“One of my favorite things, as a critic, was finding books by new writers who possessed a distinctive voice and vision, an inventive gift for storytelling. I also loved immersing myself in works of nonfiction that taught me something about the world, that made the past come alive or shed light on hidden corners of history or the news.”

“Time is my greatest enemy.”

“My countrymen: we have reached a turning point in our history. The choice is yours. Shall we venture into this brave new world, bright with possibilities, or retreat to the safety of our familiar but sterile past? I am for crossing the frontier.”

“We all had to learn Southern accents. It wasn't a big research show. With the 'Wounded Knee' project, I locked myself in my apartment with history books so I would know what we're talking about.”