The information gained from these techniques was valuable in some instances, but there is no way of knowing whether the same information could have been obtained through other means.

High value information came from interrogations in which those methods were used and provided a deeper understanding of the al Qa'ida organization that was attacking this country.

My experience is the White House is not a very good place to coordinate intelligence, much less to integrate it.

Trust your instincts.

Her eyes widened. "You showed them what you are?" "Aye. We put on quite the show. Shifted from stone, played our unique blend of music, and then flew into the air when the concert was over.

I would have no need for the Memory Of Things past if those which were Present were more agreeable

Spread out your petition before God and then say "Thy will not mine be done." The sweetest lesson I have learned in God's school is to let the Lord choose for me.

All little creatures are beautiful...every living thing when it first sees life is born in beauty. What they grow to be is a different matter.

You have to envision your life, and then go backwards.

It's what we do for each other that heals.

Why should I clutter my mind with general information when I have men around me who can supply any knowledge I need?

« Are you hungry, baby?” Curran asked. “Starving.” “I think we should go to dinner.” “Great idea.” “What are you going to wear?” “My badass face.” “Good choice,” he said. »

The trouble with school is they give you the answer, then they give you the exam. That's not life.