Rhodenbaugh Excavating Quotes & Sayings

Truth cannot be imparted," said Kline. "It must be inflicted. — Brian Evenson

As late as the early '50s, jazz was still, for the most part, a genuinely popular music, a utilitarian, song-based idiom to which ordinary people could dance if they felt like it. — Terry Teachout

Isn't that the tragic thing about women? That we live on long after our passions have died? — Olivia Olivia

There is no graceful way to carry hatred. — Alice Walker

Now, when you look at somebody, it's not simply, 'Are you like me or unlike me? Has your culture produced great artists? What are your rituals?' It's: 'Is your culture safe or not? Will it produce terrorists?' — Homi K. Bhabha

President Bush gave a rousing speech to the United Nations General Assembly. Afterward, in a touching show of support, every foreign dignitary shook hands with the president and smiled warmly as he mispronounced their names. — Tina Fey

Political novels are full of pitfalls, particularly for a novelist with strong political leanings. — Phil Klay