“We’ll probably do the largest search and rescue operation that’s ever been

“We’ll probably do the largest search and rescue operation that’s ever been conducted in the state of Texas.”

Andrew Barlow

Spokesman for Gov. Rick Perry, speculating on the aftermath of Hurricane Ike.

“We have victims on top of victims.”

Fire Chief Dennis Barry

At the scene commuter train crash north of Los Angeles that killed at least a dozen people and injured more than 100.

“Would I rather have had a more diverse group? Absolutely. But I do have faith in the system.”

Attorney Yale Galanter

On the seating of 12 white jurors for the trial of his client, O.J. Simpson.