In science, all facts, no matter how trivial or banal, enjoy democratic equality. Mary McCarthy on equality
People with bad consciences always fear the judgment of children. Mary McCarthy on fear
In politics, it seems, retreat is honorable if dictated by military considerations and shameful if even suggested for ethical reasons. Mary McCarthy on politics
In science, all facts, no matter how trivial or banal, enjoy democratic equality. Mary McCarthy on science
Liberty, as it is conceived by current opinion, has nothing inherent about it it is a sort of gift or trust bestowed on the individual by the state pending good behavior. Mary McCarthy on trust
You musn't force sex to do the work of love or love to do the work of sex. Mary McCarthy on work