“I pledge allegiance to the flag–the white flag. I pledge allegiance to the flag of America. When they say “black” or “negro,” it means you’re not an American. I pledge allegiance to your flag. Not that I have to, but just for the hell of it I pledge allegiance. I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America. The white flag, with no stripes, no stars. It is a prestige badge worn by a profitable minority.”

– Charles Mingus

“I'm not just an entertainer. I'm an influence, a wielder of opinion, a force… a force!”

– Lonesome Rhodes

“It's sort of like a mockery, in a way, of reality, because they think everything is smiles and sweetness and flowers, when there is something bitter to taste. And to pretend there isn't is foolish.”

– Susan

“At 7:45 p.m. I was shot in the left arm by a friend.”

– Chris Burden

“You take away my life and offer me a favor in return. That's what I call a 'bargain'.”

– John Ellman

“I'm trying to run an impersonal business. Killing is very personal. Once it gets started, it's hard to stop.”

– Mr. Brown

“Purr Francine! Purr, purr Francine!”

– Cuddles Kovinsky

we are not what we seem

– words inscribed in the bottom of DeFeo's painter's stool

“One… two… three… four… five… seven… six… six… eight… nine… nine…”

– Daisy Girl