In trying to scramble out of a hole, it sometimes digs it deeper.

Self-justification is a treacherous servant.

Just as it had taken centuries to determine the true nature of the universe, so also the search for the beginning of human life proceeded well into the 20th century.

I'll tell you what you can expect from an Irishman named Wellington whose father was a bookmaker. You can expect that anything he says or writes may be repeated aloud in your own home in front of your children. You can believe he was taught to love and respect all mankind, but to fear no man.

It's nice to see arrogance humbled.

The Church does not pretend to be scientists. It teaches based upon what science tells it.

I always root for the defense.

These days I'm pretty much a businessman.

You can believe that he was taught to love and respect all mankind - but to fear no man.

Maybe since I was 35 years old it was time to go upstairs.

Pop knew absolutely nothing about pro football.