He who asks questions cannot avoid the answers.

Fools rush in where fools have been before.

The fundamental concept in social science is Power, in thesame sense in which Energy is the fundamental concept in physics.

I’mwillin’ for any solution — religious, political. I’m not going to keepofferin’ to negotiate so much because they turn us down each time. Itindicates a weakness on our part.

It isdifficult to negotiate where neither will trust.

The principle of equal protection is a positive concept implying equality of treatment in equal circumstances.

One ofthe lessons of history is that nothing is often a good thing to do and alwaysa clever thing to say.

Don't beafraid of opposition. Remember, a kite rises against, not with, the wind.

Stoppingat third base adds no more to the score than striking out.

Thecorrect strategy for Americans negotiating with Japanese or other foreignclients is a Japanese strategy:ask questions. When you think you understand, ask more questions. Carefullyfeel for pressure points.If an impasse is reached, don't pressure. Sugges

There's no point in arguing with partisan supporters. Their views are their identity.Nothing you can tell the most phlegmatic follower.

Neverforget the power of silence, that massively disconcerting pause which goes onand on and may at last induce an opponent to babble and backtrack nervously.