Good prose almost always requires both showing and telling, scenes and summary, the two basic components of creative prose.

The lights became stars, which became streaks in the grayspace, and then networks of fading shimmers

Applause is a receipt, not a bill.

People care a lot that the USA is well run, and people globally expect us to do things in upgrading science and more.

You find sprinters testing other sprinters' mental capability. But these are my good friends on the track. I don't think we need to do that.

I can play a man who's despicable. But I'll still look inside him to find a point of connection. If I can find that kernel, audiences will relate to me.

You know, two people can say exactly the same words, saying the same story, and it would mean something entirely different.

We’re all works in progress, honey. And believe me when I tell you that I’ve had to work harder than most.

I hired top-notch people, trusted them to do their jobs, and then came to grips with the fact that I wouldn't be coaching as much.

Only those who believe attempt the seemingly impossible.