“I may not have a degree, but I certainly got an education.”

“I have an 8th grade education. Of course, I also have a bachelor’s degree.”

“I understand now my father really thought he was doing me good. Education means a lot to Palestinians. We’ve become some of the most educated people in the world through our diaspora. We’ve had to be. When you ain’t got land, your degree may be your only solid ground. May father felt (feels) that being a doctor would give me security. How can I explain that I’m not safe from anything if I don’t write?”

“I believe firmly in the value of all vulgar notions, especially of vulgar jokes. When once you have got hold of a vulgar joke, you may be certain that you have got hold of a subtle and spiritual idea.”

“I may not have all the education but I do have common sense, and I know how to treat people.”

“a college education I would never propose - a bachelor's degree won't even keep you in clothes”