"Extremism thrives amid ignorance and anger, intimidation and cowardice."

"A thousand years ago, everybody knew the Earth was the center of the universe. Five hundred years ago, they knew the Earth was flat. Fifteen minutes ago, you knew we humans were alone on it. Imagine what you'll know tomorrow."

"A little knowledge is a dangerous thing. Drink deep, or taste not the Pierian spring."

"Angry people are not always wise."

"Friendship is certainly the finest balm for the pangs of disappointed love."

"I can always live by my pen."