“Not my power, but the power of the position, a power which could be used to help”

“I have an independent streak. You know, it's kind of hard to tell a independent woman what to do”

“I believe the equal rights amendment is a necessity of life for all citizens. The cabinet sometimes felt that I shouldn't be so outspoken”

“I'll never forget the day that I was told I would have to have a mastectomy. My reaction to the words was total denial”

“I know I was an alcoholic because I was preoccupied whether alcohol was going to be served or not”

“Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once we grow up.”

“The purpose of art is washing the dust of daily life off our souls.”

“It took me four years to paint like Raphael, but a lifetime to paint like a child.”

“I'd like to live as a poor man with lots of money.”

“Action is the foundational key to all success.”