The substantial uncertainty about the path of asset price movements going forward necessarily reduces the case for altering policy in advance of the move.

Never before in modern times has so much of the world been simultaneously hit by a confluence of economic and financial turmoil such as we are now living through.

Most consequential choices involve shades of gray, and some fog is often useful in getting things done

Monetary policy itself cannot sensibly be directed at reducing imbalances.

The recognition that things that are not sustainable will eventually come to an end does not give us much of a guide to whether the transition will be calm or exciting.

We believe in a strong dollar. Chinese financial assets are very safe.

This crisis is not simply a more severe version of the usual business cycle recession, the typical downturn in which economies ultimately adjust and stabilize.

Financial crises require governments.

The choice is between which mistake is easier to correct: underdoing it or overdoing it.

I believe deeply that it's very important to the United States, to the economic health of the United States, that we maintain a strong dollar.

The government can help, but we need to make this transition now to a recovery led by private investment.

If thou wouldst seek justice, thyself must be just.

What we decide to do in the face of adversity is perhaps the truest measure of character.

Progress means to be true to the world, If we need to make a change.

I never considered a difference of opinion in politics, in religion, in philosophy, as cause for withdrawing from a friend.

I have tried to write Paradise Do not move Let the wind speak that is paradise. Let the Gods forgive what I have made Let those I love try to forgive what I have made.

Swallow your pride and admit that we all need help at times.

We ought to be respecting the principle of equality.

I'm not going to sit here and argue with you. Just PUT THE BLOODY METER ON.

If you've never experienced the joy of accomplishing more than you can imagine, plant a garden.

So it shall be written. So it shall be done.