Simon Schama Quotes

Discussion in America means dissent.

I don't like controversy.

I don't want to make videos where people are always happy and they're agreeing. It's boring! Do something where people can talk about it.

Arguments are too much like disputes.

I dare anyone to debate me on things.

I like arguments.

One can always debate questions back and forth.

My intention... isn't to create controversy.

I hesitate to get into the gutter with this guy.

When a thing ceases to be a subject of controversy, it ceases to be a subject of interest.

I don't even like playing a contentious role.

I am used to controversies.

A day without an argument is like an egg without salt.

Disagreement is something normal.

Oh my God, I don't think you can say anyone looks forward to controversy.

I am afraid he is too pugnacious... I want peace... Theodore is always getting into rows with everybody

Doubtless there are times when controversy becomes a necessary evil. But let us remember that it is an evil.

I like to argue with the radio.

I love to argue. I've always loved to argue. And I love to point out the weaknesses of the opposing arguments. It may well be that I'm something of a shin kicker. It may well be that I'm something of a contrarian.

Sometimes as a player you do not want to get into a controversy.

I think I was born for controversies.

I do not enter any controversy.

Arguing is fun when you think you have all the answers.

There is no shortage of disputes.

He who is silent must be agreed with, for what shall the wings of opposition thresh upon, without the winds of conversation to shoulder them.