“The most perfect political community is one in which the middle class ...” — Aristotle Quote

“The most perfect political community is one in which the middle class is in control, and outnumbers both of the other classes.”

“The generality of men are naturally apt to be swayed by fear rather than reverence, and to refrain from evil rather because of the punishment that it brings than because of its own foulness.”

“The aim of the wise is not to secure pleasure, but to avoid pain.”

“Broadcasting's best days lie ahead as both an engine of local economies and as an integral part of tomorrow's technological world.”

“There is so much strife and tension in the world that I find the silent world of paintings from the past both hopeful and healing.”

“Certainly, I devote my energy to both telling my personal life story and seeking self- obliteration. However, I will not destroy myself through art.”