Wit & Wisdom

From Jenny Holzer, Jay Leno, Chris Rock, Elvis Presley, Stephen Sondheim, Tony Blair, George Burns

“Trying to be popular in high school is like trying to be mayor of a city that won’t exist in four years.”

Artist Jenny Holzer, quoted in HuffingtonPost.com

“Politics is just show business for ugly people.”

“If you’re in a good relationship, chances are you’re bored out of your mind.”

Chris Rock, quoted in The Village Voice

“Ambition is a dream with a V-8 engine.”

Elvis Presley, quoted in Salon.com

“Opportunity is not a lengthy visitor.”

Stephen Sondheim, quoted in the Oklahoma City Oklahoman

“A simple way to take measure of a country is to look at how many want in...and how many want out.”

Tony Blair, quoted in the Montreal Gazette

“I honestly think it is better to be a failure at something you love than to be a success at something you hate.”

George Burns, quoted in the Associated Press