“The measure of and self-congratulation for our own intelligence should have its basis in our moral behavior as well as our smarts.”

“On the intimate level, anyone who has loved a companion animal knows the uniquely wonderful experience these 'other nations' provide, and their important presence in our shared lives. In their very local way they show us the global truth of our real wealth, our biodiversity.”

“The measure of and self-congratulation for our own intelligence should have its basis in our moral behavior as well as our smarts.”