Ana Castillo

For things to have value in man's world, they are given the role of commodities. Among man's oldest and most constant commodity is woman.

I've spent my whole life in Chicago being asked where am I from, so that I have a sense of displacement that also is very psychologically disorienting.

Human sexuality has been regulated and shaped by men to serve men's needs.

Composers, like authors, have a lot in common. Our main goal is to connect with the listener emotionally.

Nothing that is worth doing can be achieved in a lifetime; therefore we must be saved by hope.

If you're not having a good time, find something else that gives you some joy in life.