I once wanted to prove myself by being a great actress. Now I want to prove that Im a person. Then maybe Ill be a great actress. – Marilyn Monroe
My work is the only ground Ive ever had to stand on. To put it bluntly, I seem to have a whole superstructure with no foundation, but Im working on the foundation. – Marilyn Monroe
I dont know if high society is different in other cities, but in Hollywood, important people cant stand to be invited someplace that isnt full of other important people. They dont mind a few unfamous people being present because they make good listeners. – Marilyn Monroe
Im selfish, impatient, and a little insecure. I make mistakes, Im out of control, and at times hard to handle. But if you cant handle me at my worst, then you sure as hell dont deserve me at my best. – Marilyn Monroe
Any people anywhere, being inclined and having the power, have the right to rise up, and shake off the existing government, and form a new one that suits them better. This is a most valuable – a most sacred right – a right, which we hope and believe, is to liberate the world. – Abraham Lincoln