“It is doubtful that real personal change can occur without the conscious and painful process of self-criticism that is required to reject power and ego.”

“The heart of a city Is the soul of a man It winds like a river Through the heart of the land They can tear down a building They can tear down a park They can strike at a symbol But they can't strike the heart”

“You got to get it while you can”

“You can destroy your now by worrying about tomorrow.”

“After they see me, when their mothers are feeding them all that cashmere sweater and girdle ----- [expletive deleted by the New York Times], maybe they'll have a second thought - that they can be themselves and win.”

“You know you've got it, if it makes you feel good.”

“‎'Don't compromise yourself - you are all you've got.”