There is a holy mistaken zeal in politics as well as in religion. By persuading others we convince ourselves.

Think about all the great leaders. Think about Obama. Think about Clinton. Think about Nelson Mandela. Think about all the people that we know who are very successful in business in politics and religion. What are they? They tell purposeful stories. They move people to action by aiming at the heart.

History is the key to everything: politics religion even fashion.

The power of women in the politics is a soft power. It is a positive change that our country and other countries in the region... are making by giving a chance to women.

The only politics in this country that's relevant to black people today is the politics of revolution... none other.

On the mountains mistakes are fatal. In politics mistakes are wounding emotionally but you recover. Personally wilderness helps me get back in touch with natural rhythms helps me reflect and in the process restore my creativity.

The difference between the men and the boys in politics is and always has been that the boys want to be something while the men want to do something.

We mistake politics for legislative debate. You can be passionate without being personal.

First take the government of the Indians out of politics second let the laws of the Indians be the same as those of the whites third give the Indian the ballot.

Politics was my third act. But I could have a fourth. I don't know what that will be yet but there will be one.