Quotes by David Jenkins

“As I get older I seem to believe less and less and yet to believe what I do believe more and more.”

“What we are seeing is a blatant effort to exploit a national tragedy to advance long-held oil and gas industry objectives. I hope that a majority of our Republicans in Congress will see this misguided opportunism for what it is and reject it.”

“At a time when our party should be providing forward-thinking leadership on energy, it is truly unfortunate that some choose instead to exploit current events and perpetuate Americas dangerous dependence on oil. It is time for our Republican leaders to step up and act in the long-term interest of the American people, rather than the short-term interests of the oil and gas industry.”

“It costs $55 to $60 to fill this. Normally, you can get around with a half tank. With the prices being so high, you rather settle for a quarter of tank than put in a half tank because its so expensive.”

“I really like these two people. Theyre iconic. Theyre archetypal. Theyre real, regular people, and the play resonates so much because of that.”

“I dont know thats its maybe as well known now as it was in past years, but it really has passed into folk culture. The truth is that Rock Citys advertising has overshadowed Rock City itself.”

“The subject of scars comes up several times. And one of the things that appeals to me is that in the end, theres no promise made that everythings going to be wonderful. Theres hope, but theres no promise. You just get the feeling that these people have finally broken through each others armor.”

“We are particularly pleased that many of them have already warned leadership against trying to put Arctic drilling back into the legislation in conference with the Senate.”

“At a time when America must take aggressive steps to reduce oil dependence significantly, the proposals estimated gasoline savings, less than 1 percent of current consumption, are paltry to the point of irrelevance, ... This feeble proposal represents failed leadership. It is another troubling sign that the administration refuses to take the dangers of oil dependence seriously. At a time when gasoline prices are skirting $3 per gallon, what will it take for the Bush administration and for Congress to wake up?”

“Thats a big thing to watch for. We want people to have a BMI of 25 or less, but if youre black from Africa, you might be able to go up to 27 before we have to worry, ... If youre Caucasian of European background, well stick with 25. But if you come from the Orient or the Indian side, we may want you down at 23 before were satisfied.”

“The studys findings suggest that the average person can do a lot to improve their health through diet. People interested in lowering their cholesterol should probably acquire a taste for tofu and oatmeal, keeping in mind that portable alternatives fit best with a modern lifestyle. Save the experimenting for the evening, when you have more time to prepare more complicated meals.”

“We believe (the four) have information that is relevant and material to the investigation.”

“Its definitely going to go well beyond one night.”

“It is unfortunate that some in our party have lost sight of the importance of conservation and environmental protection for keeping America strong, healthy, prosperous, and secure. Its time for all of our Republican leaders to recognize that conservation is conservative.”

“We have agreed on one thing. I dont have the right to communications shared between him and his client, and he doesnt have the right to communications shared between me and my client (the town).”

“We had to beg, borrow and steal for everything we put in a show.”

“No statement about God is simply, literally true. God is far more than can be measured, described, defined in ordinary language, or pinned down to any particular happening.”

Ill just quote myself for now; actually, Ill quote what a good friend of mine, David Jenkins responded to a post I made when I was feeling pissy.Deep thoughts (come) from a deep well. Society is useful because when we see ourselves reflected through others we can gain a deeper understanding of ourselves. ~ David Jenkins, 2013

No statement about God is simply literally true. God is far more than can be measured described defined in ordinary language or pinned down to any particular happening.