Leo Rosten

I learned that it is the weak who are cruel, and that gentleness is to be expected only from the strong.

A conservative is one who admires radicals centuries after they're dead.

Happiness comes only when we push our brains and hearts to the farthest reaches of which we are capable.

Courage is the capacity to confront what can be imagined.

Humor is the affectionate communication of insight.

Extremists think 'communication' means agreeing with them.