Famous Quotes & Sayings

Elie Wiesel

And action is the only remedy to indifference, the most insidious danger of all.

David George

U.S. Bank is taking action to be on the offensive as well as defensive. St. Louis has become a very competitive market. It makes sense to spend money to build brand awareness.

Chuck Palahniuk

This is passive-aggression in action.

Vernon Howard

You cannot stop destructive actions by others, but you can stop your own destructive reactions to them

Mo Mowlam

Many people could have been killed or seriously injured by this terrorist attack, and it is only through the speedy and efficient action by the security forces that a tragedy has been averted,

Dick Cheney

Senator Kerry denounces American action when other countries don't approve -- as if the whole object of our foreign policy were to please a few persistent critics,

Alan Williamson

Sentiment towards the precious metals complex remains overwhelmingly bullish, which is hardly surprising given the strength of the price action.

Gert Mesure

Sentiment seems to be more upbeat at the moment but bear in mind much of the improvement in earnings has come from restructuring, as companies take action to deal with lower sales and weaker pricing power.

Mark Twain

There are people who can do all fine and heroic things but one: keep from telling their happiness to the unhappy

Peter Spina

Metal equities took a thrashing and it appears there may be more weakness in the short term here.

Terrell Jones

As we've learned more about what was proposed, it's evident why many people would find this program offensive. The College Republicans certainly have a Constitutional right to conduct such an event, offensive as it may appear to some in the community. In protecting everyone's right to free expression, the University cannot censor the content of student-organized events.

Lewis Platt

With two months' results in, it appears that our third-quarter performance won't match analysts' expectations, ... We've done a much better job of managing expenses this quarter. But expense management can't compensate fully for struggling economies in Asia-Pacific and new signs of economic uncertainty elsewhere.

Marilyn Monroe

I was honoured when they asked me to appear at the president's birthday rally in Madison Square Garden. There was like a hush over the whole place when I came on to sing 'Happy Birthday,' like if I had been wearing a slip, I would have thought it was showing or something. I thought, 'Oh, my gosh, what if no sound comes out!'

Robert H. Connelly

The photos appear to show somebody who was lying down and incapacitated. And again, intoxication was included in the original police reports.

Penny Bartley

There appear to be some similarities. But it will be up to investigators to decide if they are all linked.

James Brooks

There appear to be numerous ulterior personal motives on the part of some persons driving this process.

John Murphy

There appear to be early signs of these steps being taken.

James Jowa

The price controls appear like a sign of desperation... but I don't think they will have the desired results.

Sam Cassell

We're just the same old Clippers. That's all we are. We're just the same old Clippers. We want teams to continue to take us lightly.

Karolyn Grimes

Life continues to be difficult. It always will be because that's just life. But I am so glad I have put some happiness into the world.

John Schwan

You just continue to do what you do best.

Mark Loughridge

We'll continue to shift investments to these markets.

Ben Holmes

We'll continue to see energy deals work well,

Wayne Murdy

We'll continue to see a very strong gold market for a number of years. The factors that have put it there are still in place.

Brad Livingston

We'll continue to provide other services that make economic sense.

George Bald

We'll continue to look for opportunities to let people know they can ship from here, and hopefully that day will come when they can give us weekly service.

Bill Sullivan

We'll continue to look for acquisitions to grow our portfolio.

Richard Skaggs

I'm not willing to give up on the Nasdaq today. It is only down a few points and we're not seeing a lot of weakness.

Simon Clarke

I'm happy where I finished and I'm looking forward to the next few months of racing.

Chris Gomez

It's more weird than I thought it would be, ... But after a few starts you get adjusted.

Mary Sullivan

It's a little early. It's settling in. I think people will get in gear in the next few weeks.

Chad Olson

It was a solid game throughout. We were up one at the half (24-23), then down one after three (40-41). Bozeman made a few plays down the stretch, and we had some good looks but just couldn't convert.

Mo Johnston

It was interesting. It was good practice. It's always good to see them in a different light so we put them on the big field. There were a few plusses and a few minuses.

David Seiders

It was impossible to maintain double-digit price inflation like we've seen the past few years.

Terry Ebbert

It's a very slow rise, and it will remain so until we plug that breach. I think we can get it stabilized in a few hours.

Tom Verica

Myself, I happen to be married to an African-American woman, and we're together 17 years. We took a few trips to the South 15 years ago, and we were sobered by some of the reactions people had - how subtle or not-so-subtle their reactions were.

Bobby Hitt

The new Z4s are not in the market yet. It will be sometime this spring.

Terry Pratchett

If words had weight, a single sentence from Death would have anchored a ship.

Andy Roddick

I cook a little - I've never taken classes or anything - but enough to get by.

Margaret Mead

If I were to be taken hostage, I would not plead for release nor would I want my government to be blackmailed. I think certain government officials, industrialists and celebrated persons should make it clear they are prepared to be sacrificed if taken hostage. If that were done, what gain would there be for terrorists in taking hostages?

Laurence Sterne

When my way is too rough for my feet, or too steep for my strength, I get off it to some smooth velvet path which fancy has scattered over with rosebuds of delights; and, having taken a few turns in it, come back strengthened and refreshed.

Laura Davies

It is worth taking the leap for something you have always wanted to do because until you try you'll never know. Through the experiences I have had and the risks I have taken, I have gained courage and confidence. I didn't start with the courage and confidence. I started with the risk.

Larry Flynt

Well, one thing, you got to stand in a courtroom and listen to a judge sentencing you to 25 years in prison before you realize that freedom of expression can no longer be taken for granted.

Larry Hagman

My television and movie career has also taken me all over the world. I've had great times in the Far East, Russia, South America and Sweden - where I met my wife of 55 years, Maj.

Kylie Bax

I stayed away from mirrors when I was younger and I didn't like having my picture taken. I was tall and had braces and felt ugly.

Liane Moriarty

None of us ever know all the possible courses our lives could have and maybe should have taken. It's probably just as well. Some secrets are meant to stay secret forever. Just ask Pandora.

Napoleon Hill

The bottom is a monotonous, dreary, unprofitable place for any person. That is why I have taken the time to describe how lowly beginnings may be circumvented by proper planning.