The work of the political activist inevitably involves a certain tension between the requirement that position be taken on current issues as they arise and the desire that one's contributions will somehow survive the ravages of time.
“Running a school where the students all succeed, even if some students have to help others to make the grade, is good preparation for democracy.”
“I've grown up with my audience; they're my age or older. Not a lot of kids are coming to see me.”