Famous Quotes & Sayings

Michael Ignatieff

I'd always admired the intellectuals who had made the transition into politics - Mario Vargas Llosa in Peru, Vaclav Havel in the Czech Republic, Carlos Fuentes in Mexico - but I knew that many of them had failed, and in any event, I wasn't exactly in their league.

John Jay Hooker

I am a great admirer of Sen. Frist, who is a nationally known heart surgeon and well known in Nashville as a great family man who has dedicated his life to helping others and, in that regard, he has followed in his father's footsteps.

Julian Lennon

He walked out the bloody door and was never around. I'd admire him on TV -- listen to his words and opinions. But for someone who was praised for peace and love and wasn't able to keep that at home, that's hypocrisy.

He keeps preaching to me that that's the kind of receiver I can be. I watch him and I admire the guy, so I'm going to go out there and watch film of him because that's the kind of receiver I want to be, a nasty guy who does everything.

He is the toughest guy who I've seen play here. I really admire what he's done.

There are so many kids that I admire and have had the privilege of coaching. There have been such great parents and it has been an outstanding experience for me. The kids have all been respectful, good sports and the parents are very supportive. I have been very fortunate to have the experience of coaching at Lake Central.

I feel regret and sorrow that the U.S. is not here because it is wonderful baseball. It really hurts me. It bothers me because we admire the way they play, and we would have liked to face the U.S. in this tournament.

Arnold Schwarzenegger

I did not just admire him, I was fortunate enough to know him. He was a hero to me.

Dalia Mogahed

I can tell you character traits I admire and work to develop in myself - perseverance, self-discipline, courage to stand up for what is right even when it is against one's friends or one's self.

For years we have admired Don's expertise and presence in the community. We are excited to have him join our team.

Theo Epstein

From a personal standpoint, I really admire Bronson. I have gotten to know him really well, and that made it difficult. From an organizational standpoint, we owe a lot to Bronson ..I think it?s safe to say we would not have won the (2004) World Series without him. He?s handled himself with a huge amount of class on and off the field throughout his time as a Red Sox.

Scott Caan

Just like more of the cool riding stunts and stuff you just admire and hope that your movie has some of that stuff in it.

Jon is widely admired and respected by the best scientists. His models and analyses are innovative and credible. He is tackling some of the toughest issues of climate change.

Billy Davis

Jones is a player we admire and like and we have been making lots of phone calls concerning him.

Nigel Worthington

Johansson is a player we've admired for some time. He's experienced, he's got good pace and he's always capable of scoring goals.

Chris Adams

Joe had the opportunity to wrestle at 189, but for the sake of the team he wrestled at 215 so a teammate could wrestle in the region. He could have had an easier time qualifying for the state at 189, but you have to admire someone who puts their teammates first.

John Steinbeck

It always seemed strange to me that the things we admire in men, kindness and generosity, openness, honesty, understanding and feeling are the concomitants of failure in our system. And those traits we detest, sharpness, greed, aquisitiveness, meanness, egotism and selfinterest are the traits of sucess. And while men admire the quality of the first, they love the produce of the second.

It always boosts your spirits. With a season like we had this year and last year it is easy to get discouraged, but to know the people admire what you do and tell you to keep your head up, it's always good.

Guillermo Coria

I have always admired you You are so great. I hope to see you as soon as I am back to Argentina. We'll play a match.

I have always admired the Special Olympics program and its thousands of athletes for their determination and enthusiasm. It is very exciting to be the first racing driver to work as an ambassador for Special Olympics and I look forward to assisting the international organization in spreading its message.

Donna Karan

I have always admired LVMH and the environment it has created for designers in supporting their creativity, emphasizing their individuality, respecting their brands and providing the resources to develop global luxury businesses,

I have always admired (Johansen's) work and his strength to stand up for what he believes is right, ... He doesn't advocate piracy but does advocate consumers' rights to manage their own purchased content.

I have always admired her dedication, intelligence, creativity . . . those are things that will be sorely missed. She's been very deeply part of the soul of the organization.

Matthew Williamson

I have admired Emilio Pucci for as long as I can remember and I am extremely flattered,

I have admired David Bromley's work for years. He possesses such a wild and vivid imagination and really sees the beauty in everything.

Jim Calhoun

I have been a big admirer of Don Haskins for a long time. He is one of the top defensive minds in the game and he is good man, a real coach.

I have long admired Univision - a pioneer in the industry - and recognized the tremendous potential and influence of the burgeoning U.S. Hispanic population.

I had researched him well and I just admired the guy. I thought he had a philosophy of accountability and the kind of value system that was really appropriate on a college campus.

I give Ironwood a slight edge. I admire these kids. They're always working on their game. They've got a good group and can put five quality players on the floor and anyone of them can score when they need a score, or lead them in scoring.

Harry Reid

It is a decision that will bring hope to millions of Americans. I know there's still a long ways to go with the legislation, but a large step has been taken by the majority leader today ... and I admire the majority leader for doing it.

It is great to have the top hitter in the league coming back. He will be a major part of our offense this year. I have always admired the way he plays the game. Chad will be moving back to his natural position this year, second base, and I am looking forward to working with him.

Frank Morgan

I was an admirer of Art Pepper even before I went to California, when he was still in Kenton's band. His playing is joyous, great.

Kyle Petty

Having Tony's support has been huge for Victory Junction. He was one of the first drivers to get on board with us, and beyond the money he and his foundation have donated to the camp, he's brought notoriety, which has helped fuel interest in the camp. It's just one more example of how when we're on the track we're fierce competitors, but off the track we're all united in trying to improve the lives of others, especially children. I've always admired his charitable work and it's an honor to have him as a part of the Victory Junction family.