Quotes of: Thompson Keyword

Evolution is fascinating to watch. To me it is the most interesting when one can observe the evolution of a single man.

Shana Alexander

The attack on Clinton on terrorism is entirely politically inspired by the right-wing of the Republicans, and has no basis in fact whatsoever.

Sidney Blumenthal

As I said, if you don't stand up for yourself, people aren't going to think that you can stand up for them.

Sidney Blumenthal

There were a number of books about Bill Wilson, and by him, but a lot of the basic biographical tasks had not been done.

Susan Cheever

Wealthy people have not disappeared, they are just not so willing to show off their wealth.

Martin Parr

I think the ordinary is a very under-exploited aspect of our lives because it is so familiar.

Martin Parr

Part of the role of photography is to exaggerate, and that is an aspect that I have to puncture. I do that by showing the world as I really find it.

Martin Parr

I am kept awake by the list of possibilities for shooting more photos and deciding what I must prioritise next.

Martin Parr

I am away so much, so I rarely see live TV, but I use iPlayer to catch programmes.

Martin Parr

I toyed with the notion of being an actor, and am so glad that this whim did not go any further.

Martin Parr

You can't shoot in sepia, so converting into black and white and then into brown makes everything feel less real.

Martin Parr

Hating the Yankees is as American as pizza pie, unwed mothers, and cheating on your income tax.

Mike Royko

When our spelling is perfect, it's invisible. But when it's flawed, it prompts strong negative associations.

Marilyn vos Savant

A person who learns to juggle six balls will be more skilled than the person who never tries to juggle more than three.

Marilyn vos Savant

Know how and how much to tip people who expect gratuities, even in the case of poor service.

Marilyn vos Savant

Know how to drive safely when it's raining or when it's snowing. The two conditions are different.

Marilyn vos Savant

Know the difference between principles based on right or wrong vs. principles based on personal gain, and consider the basis of your own principles.

Marilyn vos Savant

Be able to sneeze without sounding ridiculous. That means neither stifling yourself or spraying your immediate vicinity.

Marilyn vos Savant

Know what to do if you feel faint or dizzy, especially if you might fall and hit your head.

Marilyn vos Savant

I would not encourage children or teens to multitask because we don't know where those efforts may lead.

Marilyn vos Savant

Know the official post office abbreviations for all 50 states without having to consult a list.

Marilyn vos Savant