I think there were people in the press who knew the truth, but who regarded Jackie as a national treasure - quite rightly - and didn't want to cause her any distress.

I think what history has done to Jewish people, frankly, cannot be made good by giving them a piece of land.

I don't think I'm anti-Israeli.

Controversial means somebody who makes people think. And if you are afraid of people who will be against you, you might as well stay home and do nothing.

I think Sharon is anti-Israeli because it's in the interest of Israel to understand the problems of the other side.

There are many wonderful orchestras in the world, but very few who have a character or personality of their own. The Chicago Symphony Orchestra is one of them, and I think it very important to recognize and respect that character.