“It is not about the money. It's the public service aspect. Absolutely,...” — John Rowland Quote

“It is not about the money. It's the public service aspect. Absolutely, I think it has qualities of redemption. The city gets a second chance. I get a second chance.”

“As society changes, laws have to change to protect citizens along the way. Sometimes you have to try new and different and creative ways to solve problems. You have to take some risks.”

“If you feel your school is failing you, the question is why. Is it a lack of parental involvement, large classes, school violence, poor learning environment? Are there any standards to determine where problems are? Are there tutoring or mentoring programs? If the school is still failing after 3 years then what are your options?”

“Filmmaking is a chance to live many lifetimes.”

“It is not like I have gone crazy, I just don't want to take any chances. You never know what could happen.”

“I see retirement as just another of these reinventions, another chance to do new things and be a new version of myself.”