Hunter S. Thompson

I was never a big fan of the '60s. I was always a little bit ahead of them.

Anything worth doing is worth doing right.

To understand the man, you have to understand what he wanted. And what he wanted was always the same: to be a writer.

I have a lot of friends who are cops, and a lot of friends who are criminals. I just try to keep them separated.

The only way to write honestly is to be honest about yourself.

There are no innocent bystanders. Only innocent victims.

Sanity is a cozy lie.

With the right kind of eyes, you can see the whole world is a gimmick.

I'm not a big fan of drugs. I just happen to be a big fan of freedom.

The only difference between a good shot and a bad shot is the angle of the sun.

I don't think I'm a good example for kids. I think I'm a good example for people who are already screwed up.

Who is the happier man, he who has braved the storm of life and lived, or he who has stayed securely on shore and merely existed?

I have a fantastic wife, a beautiful child, and a great life. I'm not going to complain about anything.

I'm not a violent man, but I'm not afraid to use violence if I have to.

The only way to make a difference is to be different.

I don't believe in God, but I'm afraid of him.

The only thing I ever learned from a cop was how to roll a joint.