My mom brought me up by herself, so I was a latchkey kid. I would walk myself back from school and spent a lot of time at home alone, watching TV. There weren’t a lot of Latinas – or any women of color. And the ones I saw were usually presented as stereotypes or treated like jokes. Sara Ramirez Read Quote
The Minister of Transport issued this appeal to motorists: Can anyone give him a lift to Leicester? Eric Idle Read Quote
Canadians are known for having a social conscience, and so our political leaders need to do more to uphold that reputation on the international stage. Jagmeet Singh Read Quote
During the summer of 2009, the debate on health care reform was emotional and intense. At its best, it represented the free exchange of ideas that makes this country great. At its worst, it generated death threats and acts of violence. Chellie Pingree Read Quote
I knew there was a story; once you find a dog with a fork through it, you know there’s a story there. Mark Haddon Read Quote
When you’re watching the news, how many days in a row can you watch that and feel good about yourself and the world? Sandra Bernhard Read Quote
For me it’s more important that I outline all the facets of a controversial issue and let the reader make up his or her mind. I don’t care if readers change their minds, but I would like readers to ask themselves why their opinion is what it is. Jodi Picoult Read Quote
I will commit myself to making this state an even greater place to live, work and raise a family. I intend to reach out from border to border to hear first-hand from our citizens about their thoughts, concerns and ideas for our state. Dave Heineman Read Quote
My guitar is really tempermental. I don’t give up on it though, I’m close to my guitar! Iris Dement Read Quote