William Safire

If you want to "get in touch with your feelings," fine, talk to yourself. We all do. But if you read more

If you want to "get in touch with your feelings," fine, talk to yourself. We all do. But if you want to communicate with another thinking human being, get in touch with your thoughts.

What we don't need to know for achievement, we need to know for our pleasure. Knowing how things work is read more

What we don't need to know for achievement, we need to know for our pleasure. Knowing how things work is the basis for appreciation, and is thus a source of civilized delight.

Is sloppiness in speech caused by ignorance or apathy? I don't know and I don't care.

Is sloppiness in speech caused by ignorance or apathy? I don't know and I don't care.

The right to do something does not mean that doing it is right.

The right to do something does not mean that doing it is right.

Never assume the obvious is true.

Never assume the obvious is true.