Media has been democratized but it has led to more division

Artificial intelligence is moving very quickly and we are not prepared for what it will bring. We need to be.

Emotions can cement memories. That makes it your responsibility to make others feel good

Each of my brothers and I slept in what our parents called The Angel Bed. It was a simple bed but we each learned a lot there.

How would the United States deal with an attack similar to the one Israel suffered?

We all know when we are doing the wrong thing. Yet we seem to be doing more wrong things than ever before. Perhaps we need an effort to remind us to do what’s right.

People intentionally behaving badly won’t change simply because we get angry and lash out.

Gentle humor seems to be in short supply these days

Slow down, you move too fast

What is value to you in breaking news? It’s way less than you might think

You can easily be the victim of seeing only one side of something if you only pay attention to information you agree with

Empathy and compassion are the only way forward after evil is destroyed

It’s easy to think you are not vulnerable… but you most certainly are.

Mistrust is like a cancer. Sowing it is evil

We are a collection of many cells. You in fact are a neighborhood.

Time in life adds perspective and makes you grateful

The way we see the police is at odds with how they see themselves. The answer is more information

The government has a role to play in helping us all get along

For a democracy to function we must be able to trust what we are told

I’ve been a songwriter for a long time. Not a good one mind you. But in 1982 I wrote one with my friend and brother that taught me a lot.

Whatever you believe, it’s a good idea to remain unconvinced you are completely right.

The cutting edge in the 80’s was an important time

AI and machine learning have the potential to change major aspects of life. But that means thinking very hard about the humanity we install too

When you have come close to death you appreciate life more