“It is possible to be a retard and a politician. In fact, it’s almost a prerequisite.”

“I don’t think he’s dumber than a politician. But only because it’s not possible to be dumber than a politician.”

“I would say exploit the stupid, because they’re expendable and loyal, but it’s a fact: politicians are not loyal.”

“People can be teachers and idiots; they can be philosophers and idiots; they can be politicians and idiots... in fact I think they have to be... a genius can be an idiot. The world is largely run for and by idiots; it is no great handicap in life and in certain areas is actually a distinct advantage and even a prerequisite for advancement.”

“America’s problem, in a word, is politicians. In two words, it’s politicians and lobbyists. In three words, it’s politicians, lobbyists, and lawyers. And finally, in four words, it’s politicians, lobbyists, lawyers, and bankers.”

“Our relationship is complicated by the fact that I am emotionally retarded.”