Maxine Hong Kingston

Hunger also changes the world - when eating can't be a habit, then neither can seeing.

I learned to make my mind large, as the universe is large, so that there is room for contradictions.

To me success means effectiveness in the world, that I am able to carry my ideas and values into the world - that I am able to change it in positive ways.

For our part, the U.S. must act quickly to ensure Most Favored Nation status to China.

The biggest thing politically within fashion is that the clothing should be displayed on different body shapes.

Before I die, I will preach to the Muslims in the Arab world. I will preach in Egypt, Lebanon, Syria and Iran. I will preach in Tehran. I will do it under the umbrella of God. And see its impact.