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“I knew I couldn't believe in God, because I was fundamentally Hellenic in my outlook.”

Book:Moab is My Washpot: An Autobiography

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This book is a candid account of the author's journey through the drag scene and the challenges faced in the pursuit of a career in show business. It offers a glimpse into the author's personal life and the struggles of navigating the complexities of the entertainment industry. more

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Stephen Fry

Stephen Fry is a British comedian, writer, actor, and broadcaster, known for his unique sense of humor and intelligence. He is one of the iconic figures in the British comedy scene. Born on August 24, 1957, Fry has been active in television and radio since the 1980s, gaining widespread popularity for his roles in comedy shows like 'Blackadder' and 'Jeeves and Wooster'. He has also appeared in numerous television series, films, and stage plays. more

“I've always believed that everything that is said from authority is either the authority of one's own heart, one's own brain, one's own reading, one's own trust, but not the authority of someone who claims it because they're speaking for God and they know the truth because it's written in a book. That, essentially, is where I come from. In a sense, tolerance is my religion. Reason is my religion.”

Knows Heart Said Book Reason Reading Brain Written Truth Is Authority Claims Tolerance Always Believe

Author:Stephen Fry

“According to the latest poll in the Washington Post, 63 percent of Americans said that so far they approve of President Bush. Not surprisingly, the other 37 percent are English teachers.”

Said President Teacher Percent Posts Polls President Bush English Teacher

Author:Conan O'Brien

“Michele Bachmann said she wants her three daughters to learn to shoot a gun. Mostly so they can put her campaign out of its misery.”

Want Said Three Daughter Gun Misery Campaigns Three Daughters

Author:Conan O'Brien

“The New York Times reports that Moammar Gadhafi spent his last days hovering between defiance and delusion, surviving on rice and pasta. In other words, Gadhafi spent his last days as a sophomore in college. That's what I did.”

Lasts New York College Reports Delusion Surviving Rice Defiance New York Times Last Day Pasta Hovering Sophomore

Author:Conan O'Brien