Famous Quotes & Sayings

Michael O'Brien

I knew there would be some controversy over the 'Potter' series between religious people and secular-minded people - that was inevitable - what astonished me and continues to astonish me is the intense controversy that erupted very early on among Christians themselves, in all the churches. It cuts across every denominational line.

Jessye Norman

I knew that I was loved. And that's such an important thing. And, of course, at such an early age, you take it for granted. Of course your parents love you. Of course Mrs. Hubert across the street loves you and your godmother loves you and your grandparents love you.

I like the concept. Bear has lagged its peers in terms of international expansion. Having a joint venture with a large bank in China with commercial relationships across Asia would probably be viewed positively by investors.

Shahzia Sikander

I like driving. A lot. I think that's something I just enjoy the most. I can, at a moment's notice, drive across the country if, you know, I had to.

I'm proud of Tyler. The Tyler I came to in September of 1985 I don't think would have responded the way she did in September of 2005. The unprecedented cooperation across racial lines shows just how far we've come.

I'm quite sure that would have been it. He would have just walked across the road and gone through the little road that goes through the woods to go to Gedney Pond.

Immigrant communities and groups across the country are coming together to send a loud and clear message to decision makers in Washington D.C. that we are not the enemy but part of the solution.

Craig Conroy

It's probably way too late now to book a flight on the Concorde, but people can still get the high-end treatment with executive jet leasing programs, ... A few of these companies are offering deals for about $5,000 that include a flight across the country, a night at the luxury hotel and formal dinner. If you've got the financial wherewithal to spend that kind of money, there are any number of ways to do it.

It's overwhelming social programs and school systems across the board.

It's our steadfast will and determination to oppose 'Taiwan independence' secessionist forces and activities, maintain peace across the Taiwan Straits and safeguard China's state sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Barry Alvarez

It's our responsibility to help prepare them for when their playing days are over whether it's when they finish playing for us or when they finish playing at the next level. The best way to do that is have someone who has experienced it. The point comes across much clearer than a coach talking to you or even a parent doing the same thing.

It's people across the backyard fence and at cocktail parties who drive and change perception.

It's part of our effort to manage our exposure in the state of Florida. We are trying to take steps we feel will ensure our long-term stability and keep our promise to current Nationwide policyholders across the nation.

It spread, like a sort of shock wave across the country.

It's possible it's going abroad. I'm just hazarding a guess, possibly across into eastern Europe. (The stolen art works market) is very much a global market.

It's up across the board, and that's what pleases me more than anything.

Jim Doyle

It's unfortunate that the EPA has dragged their feet in responding to my request. Prices at the pump are at near record levels and the federal government has simply not responded. Their lack of a response is hurting Wisconsin, and states across the country, ... A waiver would have helped Wisconsin citizens over the Labor Day weekend when it was clear there was a shortage of supply.

Jerry Moran

It's unfortunate that an issue that families face in Kansas has spread across the country. When our servicemen and women make the ultimate sacrifice to protect Americans, their families are entitled to bury their fallen heroes in a peaceful setting and with dignity.

Brian Jones

Democrats need to be careful about how they proceed. If they come across as weak on national defense, an issue where the president is strong ... they will pay a price.

Chris Long

Despite comments across the national media that exams are getting easier, I feel these results reflect the determination and hard work of our students and are a real cause for celebration.

Democrats all across Texas know we need to get serious about solutions. That's why I've proposed my Pact with Parents that addresses major challenges of our day, whether it's the quality of public schools, property tax relief, insurance rates, teen pregnancy, stem cell research, credit companies or insurance. It's a roadmap for how we can get from here to there.

David did a huge job managing that cultural change. He's a good-quality, practical, hardworking, people person who related well to people across the board.

David brings the intellect, energy and commitment to bring people together across very diverse communities, whether racial or educational,

David said something jumped across him at the second, and that frightened the life out of him. He took a bit of time to get his confidence back after that, but maybe it was a blessing in disguise because that way he didn't get into the race too soon.

Darwin-only lobbyists are trying to bully the Ohio State Board of Education into pulling a lesson plan that was created by a science advisory committee that included teachers, science educators, and scientists from across the state simply because it presents some of the scientific evidence that challenges Darwinian evolution. Students should learn more about evolution, not less, including the theory's strength and weaknesses.

Do not drop off anyone where they have to cross the street, especially the elderly. The elderly are frail. Physically she can walk, but not across that intersection. That crosswalk does not belong there.

Tom Renney

Don said he had done it a certain way and that it was illegal. The horse is out of the barn. It's gone, it's over. Other than to raise the question of how in fact the sticks are measured and training staffs across the league measure sticks the same way. You need some type of quick seminar.

Roy Miller

Consumers need to be educated about the risks associated with altered- title vehicles, ... Even though the storm damage occurred in the South, many of these vehicles will be dispersed across a broad area, including Pennsylvania, in an effort to swindle unsuspecting consumers. Pennsylvania saw cases of flood title fraud after Hurricane Andrew in 1992, and we have to believe, given the severity of damage caused by these current disasters, that we will see similar instances in the coming months.

Christopher Dodd

Consumers all across the country, I don't care where you live, are irate about this, ... If it were not for Katrina and people being terribly upset about the mismanagement of that disaster, this would be the sole subject of discussion!

Consumer demand has been very soft for most of 2005 and this has forced retailers across Europe to be extremely cautious in investing in new product on top of existing high inventory levels.

Consultants help us get the most bang for the buck in trying to promote programs across the state.

Concerns over a possible straining in already tense relations across the Taiwan Strait remained a drag on the market.

Clint Bolick

The next step is to recognize that public schools all across urban America are in serious crisis, and we need to enlist every educator who can help the children, in both public and private schools.