“I think members of the legislature, people who have to run for office, know the connection between money and influence on what laws get passed.”

It’s great to be in the position of asking questions and not having to answer questions.

Don’t be distracted by emotions like anger, envy, resentment. These just zap energy and waste time.

My rule was I will not answer a question that attempts to project how I will rule in a case that might come before the court.

Yet what greater defeat could we suffer than to come to resemble the forces we oppose in their disrespect for human dignity?

So often in life, things that you regard as an impediment turn out to be great, good fortune.

You can disagree without being disagreeable.

The written argument endures. The oral argument is fleeting.

I just try to do the good job that I have to the best of my ability and I really don’t think about whether I’m inspirational. I just do the best I can.

In every good marriage, it helps sometimes to be a little deaf.

I became a lawyer for selfish reasons. I thought I could do a lawyer’s job better than any other.

When a thoughtless or unkind word is spoken, best tune out.

Reacting in anger or annoyance will not advance one’s ability to persuade.

Women’s rights are an essential part of the overall human rights agenda

The basic thing is that the government has no business making that choice for a woman.

Who will take responsibility for raising the next generation?

The new government had no money to pay for an army, so they relied on the state militias.

I believe in love at first sight. You want that connection, and then you want some problems.

Definition of a relationship – an enduring, mutually-agreed upon connection or union, which fulfills certain needs of the individuals involved and the society in which they live.

Faith is the complete reliance on the power and goodness of Spirit and the firm belief that you are always connected to this goodness. Always affirm your faith and not your doubt.

Tell my errors to me, not to people. My errors are connected to me, not to people.

The most beautiful things in life are the simplest: people, conversation, connection, fresh air, & flowers.

Life’s deep opportunities are found in our connection with people.  

Choose to connect with intelligent people who can change your thinking & your thinking can change your life.

Friendship is a deep connection that cannot be broken.