Theres a new book out called The 776 Stupidest Things Ever Said, by Ross and Kathryn Petras; Doubleday ($8.99).
Some highlights:
I want to gain 1,500 or 2,000 yards, whichever comes first.
- George Rogers, New Orleans Saints running back.
I believe we are on an irreversible trend toward more freedom and democracy. But that could change.
- Vice President Dan Quayle
I must have had ambrosia.
- Milwaukee Brewers Jim Gantner, explaining why he forgot to appear on a talk show.
Were finally going to wrassle to the ground this giant orgasm that is just out of control.
- Arizona Sen. Dennis DeConcini, on a balanced-budget amendment.
You got to be careful if you dont know where youre going, because you might not get there.
- Yogi Berra
Things are more like they are now than they have ever been.
- President Gerald Ford
Smoking kills. If youre killed, youve lost a very important part of your life.
- Brooke Shields
Youve got to take the bull by the teeth.
- Movie mogul Sam Goldwyn