The one thing we have in our division is everybody tries to get better. We've got ownership throughout the division where teams are looking to improve. . . . If you're not improving in our division, chances are you're not going to win.

The plethora of special effects -- some dazzling, some clumsy -- make 'Harry Potter' at times resemble a generic Hollywood horror movie. That three-headed dog that stands guard over a treasure was better left to the imagination. . .

The perceived value of your product or service increases by associating it with top celebrities and a glitzy Hollywood event.

The pressure in Hollywood is bigger to look good than in Germany. In Germany, we are more forgiving. Having a personal coach in Germany is not nearly as common as in Hollywood. In Hollywood, I think everyone has a personal trainer.

The president does a disservice to the troops and the American people when he tries to silence those asking questions about putting our men and women in uniform in harm's way,