One of the things that first attracted me to chess is that it brings you into contact with intelligent, civilized people - men of the stature of Garry Kasparov, the former world champion, who was my part-time coach.
“Extremely strong, effective, tenacious, and powerful political networks can be built when you fight losing battles as well as when you win.”
“I don't think my principles change. I think the way in which you apply those principles to modern society changes.”