Do not let adversity break you. Think of it as a learning experience that will make you stronger.

Why is it immoral to be paid for an act that is perfectly legal if done for free?

Male privilege and entitlement are dying a very painful death; no one gives up power without a struggle.

The more I know about men the more I like dogs.

There are some people who still feel threatened by strong women. That's their problem. It's not mine.

There is no change without sacrifice.

There are endless new variations on how to hurt a woman physically, emotionally, financially, and socially.

When you're fighting for civil rights, it's sometimes two steps forward and one step back. Civil rights are an evolution; and you have to bring people along.

There still is a war on women in terms of politicians in Washington and the state legislatures trying to eliminate any rights we have fought to win and that the Supreme Court has afforded us.

Fighting injustice keeps you young.

Eventually I figured out there was something systematic in the way women are treated.

His hand came out and captured her by the chin. She froze, finding it hard to breathe as he gently raised her face to meet his gaze.

Journal writing is a wonderful pathway to self-awareness.

Incorrect assumptions lie at the root of every failure. Have the courage to test your assumptions.

It follows then as certain as that night succeeds the day, that without a decisive naval force we can do nothing definitive, and with it, everything honorable and glorious.

Love is being understanding and compassionate.

L'alcool est le monarque des liquides, et porte au dernier degre l'exaltation palatale. Alcohol is the prince of liquids, and carries the palate to its highest pitch of exaltation.

I am burning myself up and will always do so.

I like my women very green; you know, eco-friendly.

In a dark time, doors will sometimes magically open and let us step inside to the warmth and light of a community.

In America, it is difficult to be your own man.