In Iraq, interpreters were ten times more likely to be killed than were U.S. troops.

As long as human beings speak different languages, the need for translation will continue.

Poetry translation is like playing a piano sonata on a trombone.

Of the 193 recognized countries in the world, only politically isolated North Korea is considered monolingual.

To deny access to translation and interpreting services oppresses human rights and violates laws.

The reason why the universe is eternal is that it does not live for itself

A friend loves at all times.

Wikileaks didn't help confidence with American administrations because of conversations made public so easily.

The bravest man feels an anxiety 'circa praecordia' as he enters the battle; but he dreads disgrace yet more.

Beggars can't be choosers.

You know, your speaking voice comes back, but your singing voice you use in a different way.

What is the English for 'Refreshing towelette'?

The foundation of culture, as of character, is at last the moral sentiment.

I don't care what people think about me because I know I am more than all the pain and strife they hold inside.

I don't write songs, songs write me. ... Writing a song can be agony or ecstasy. It can take half an hour or half a year. ... The popular song is America's greatest ambassador.