"I think black Americans expect too much from individual black Americans in terms of changing the status quo."

"Sports and entertainment are the only places where inner-city kids see themselves being able to succeed. Their intellectual development is something they don't relate to."

"Music is really something that makes people whole."

"In athletics there's always been a willingness to cheat if it looks like you're not cheating. I think that's just a quirk of human nature."

"We have to be thankful to the Czechs that they did their duty. The Czech Republic won, I can't believe it. It was a huge party with all the people here."

"I believe our legacy will be defined by the accomplishments and fearless nature by which our daughters and sons take on the global challenges we face. I also wonder if perhaps the most lasting expression of one's humility lies in our ability to foster and mentor our children."

"Shallow men believe in luck. Strong men believe in cause and effect."

"I believe in the fundamental truth of all great religions of the world."