“Soft citizens of the American democracy learned to kick a man below the belt and make the bastard scream. ”
“Man's capacity for justice makes democracy possible, but man's inclination to injustice makes democracy necessary.”
“To acquire immunity to eloquence is of the utmost importance to the citizens of a democracy.”
“She never saw the point of making fun of strangers – how could you possibly know enough about them to hit below the belt?”
“To be a citizen in a democracy, a human being must be given a healthy start.”
“You think they've killed before?""I'd bet your ass on it""Why my ass?" Eyes slitted, Peabody jabbed a finger in the air. "Because it's bigger? Because it has more padding? That's hitting below the belt.""Your ass is below your belt. I'd bet mine, too, if it makes you feel better.”