Function Quotes

. . . I do not see how it is possible that creatures in such different positions and with such different powers as human individuals are, should have exactly the same functions nor should we be expected to work out identical solutions. Each, from his peculiar angle of observation, takes in a certain sphere of fact and trouble, which each must deal with in a unique manner. - William James

. . . Despite a combined 16 years in the New Jersey State Legislature, Assemblymen Kean and Corodemus proved that they have no idea how the Assembly Homeland Security and State Preparedness Committee functions or who is responsible for the distribution of homeland security funds. - Jim Reilly

(Yale has) made it a priority to provide high-paying jobs and keep students on campus. The university sees the value of student employees in general. Certainly in my office I see them as vital ... I don't think we could function day to day without them. - Matthew Long

(Viagra) is exposing how many men admit being dysfunctional. - Bruce McCall

(about her father encouraging her to sing) My dad would give me $10, which is a lot of money when you're 9, to sing at church, on tables at restaurants, at family functions, just about anywhere. - Katy Perry