“Arms control is by definition a rejection of disarmament.”

“Self-control is a key factor in achieving success. We can't control everything in life, but we can definitely control ourselves.”

“This is why therapists go to such lengths to urge their anxious patients away from intellectualization: The first step toward peace is disarmament.”

“What does it feel like to get shot?""I don't recommend it," said Nellie in a controlled voice. "Chocolate is definitely better.”

“If anyone's interested in the alleviation of poverty...the only thing we know definitely worksis giving women control over their own reproduction”

“I don't like definitions, but if there is a definition of freedom, it would be when you have control over your reality to transform it, to change it, rather than having it imposed upon you. You can't really ask for more than that.”