This consolidation really started in the mid-1990s but picked up speed and is still continuing. In the last 15 years, read more

This consolidation really started in the mid-1990s but picked up speed and is still continuing. In the last 15 years, about 150 companies have been acquired or merged. Most of the consolidation is confined to the top 10 builders, who are acquiring companies.

the upper end of the range.

the upper end of the range.

I don't think it's a deal killer.

I don't think it's a deal killer.

I guess that makes us pioneers in a way. But you know people have been doing this at other schools read more

I guess that makes us pioneers in a way. But you know people have been doing this at other schools for 10 years now. I just think of it as I'm bringing something new to Notre Dame. Hopefully, George, Chris and I can be a successful story with early enrollment, and we can keep it going for others.

I wouldn't say I'm a very controlling person. For instance, when I talk to the actors, I don't tell them read more

I wouldn't say I'm a very controlling person. For instance, when I talk to the actors, I don't tell them exactly what I want because I want them to surprise me. I even encourage them to change some of the verses of the script if they need to.

He was born with a gift of laughter and a sense that the world was mad. And that was all read more

He was born with a gift of laughter and a sense that the world was mad. And that was all his patrimony.

We have some guys who are injured that I have to prove myself against.

We have some guys who are injured that I have to prove myself against.

The great corrupter of public man is the ego. Looking at the mirror distracts one's attention from the problem.

The great corrupter of public man is the ego. Looking at the mirror distracts one's attention from the problem.

Children and teens are surrounded by unhealthy options.

Children and teens are surrounded by unhealthy options.