If allowed to run free of the social system, capitalism will attempt to corrupt and undermine democracy, which is after all not a natural state.

Ten geographers who think the world is flat will tend to reinforce each other's errors ... Only a sailor can set them straight.

Whenever governments adopt a moral tone - as opposed to an ethical one - you know something is wrong.

The void in our society has been produced by the absence of values... we have no widespread belief in the value of participation. The rational system has made us fear standing out in any serious way.

The recession is over." This phrase has been used twice a year since 1973 by government leaders throughout the West. Its meaning is unclear. See: Depression.

Pessimism: A valuable protection against quackery.

Democracy is the only system capable of reflecting the humanist premise of equilibrium or balance. The key to its secret is the involvement of the citizen.

People cannot do what they cannot think, and they cannot think what they cannot say.

If economists were doctors, they would today be mired in malpractice suits.

Which is ideology? Which not? You shall know them by their assertion of truth, their contempt for considered reflection, and their fear of debate.

Unregulated competition is a naive metaphor for anarchy.

Never misconceive that which is real

When we ... devote ourselves to the strict and unsparing performance of duty ihen happiness comes of itself.

If the leadership can't win a debate, then we should show true leadership and implement the democratic will of our party.

If you're surrounded by good people and you're really honest with yourself, you'll be delivered.

Start three bars before something.

Death is simply a change in perception. It is not an end to perception as a finite being.

Unlike the objective of far too many companies, manufacturing is not about a quick exit. It is centered on long-term value creation.

Clean up your own backyard. Change by example. Just be the way you want others to be and hope they pay attention.

I find that when I put my spiritual life first, the rest of my life is easy. When I put my career first, that's when I have problems.

There will be time to murder and create.