"One must bear in mind that the expansion of federal activity is a form of eating for politicians." — William F. Buckley, Jr.

Scientists are people who build the Brooklyn Bridge and then buy it.

The majority of the senior class of Vassar does not desire my company and I must confess, having read specimens of their thought and sentiments, that I do not desire the company of the majority of the senior class of Vassar.

It seems to me that the idea traditionally defended of endeavoring to maintain existing ethnic balances simply doesn't work any more.

Idealism is fine, but as it approaches reality, the costs become prohibitive.