True fans of the Constitution, like true fans of the national pastime, acknowledge the critical role of human judgment in making tough calls. We dont expect flawless interpretation. We expect good faith. We demand honesty. – Eric Liu
Throughout this countrys history there have of course been systematic efforts to create an official underclass. – Eric Liu
Talk of citizenship today is often thin and tinny. The word has a faintly old-fashioned feel to it when used in everyday conversation. When evoked in national politics, its usually accompanied by the shrill whine of a descending culture-war mortar. – Eric Liu
Sometimes when I listen to fellow progressives, I wonder if the only lesson we took away from the 04 elections is that politics is a word game. – Eric Liu
You all know that I have been sustained throughout my life by three saving graces – my family, my friends, and a faith in the power of resilience and hope. These graces have carried me through difficult times and they have brought more joy to the good times than I ever could have imagined. – Elizabeth Edwards