There is nothing that's been in any of my novels that, in my view, hasn't been either illuminating surroundings or defining a character or moving a plot. Jim Webb characterdefineilluminate Change image and share on social
The injustices endured by black Americans at the hands of their own government have no parallel in our history, not only during the period of slavery but also in the Jim Crow era that followed. Jim Webb americanblackcrow Change image and share on social
A typical day in the Senate requires several trips to the Senate floor and back, although the journey is usually underground so that on some days, once I arrive at work, I never see the sun. Jim Webb arrivebackday Change image and share on social
If a minister can lead the Senate in prayer every day... what is so wrong with beginning every day of school with an ecumenical prayer? Jim Webb begindayecumenical Change image and share on social
I know of no scholar more dedicated to bringing a thorough and accurate portrayal of America's involvement in Vietnam than Mark Moyar. Everyone who is interested in a full picture of that oft-misunderstood war should be grateful for his effort. Jim Webb accurateamericabring share on social
World War II brought the Greatest Generation together. Vietnam tore the Baby Boomers apart. Jim Webb babyboomerbring Change image and share on social
Affirmative action was designed to recognize the uniquely difficult journey of African-Americans. This policy was justifiable and understandable, even to those who came from white cultural groups that had also suffered in socio-economic terms from the Civil War and its aftermath. Jim Webb actionaffirmativeafrican share on social
I just like the people and the culture of Southeast Asia. Jim Webb asiaculturepeople Change image and share on social
I am a junior senator, ninety-fifth on the seniority list, and so by Senate standards, my office in the Russell Senate Office Building is less than splendid. Jim Webb buildjuniorlist Change image and share on social
I'm probably more comfortable inside a Marine Corps rifle company than I am anywhere in my life. Jim Webb comfortablecompanycorps Change image and share on social
