I understand the implications. But it does not refresh my memory.

Language does this to our memories—simplifies, solidifies, codifies, mummifies. An oft-told story is like a photograph in a family album; eventually, it replaces the moment it was meant to capture.

The more connections that can be made in the brain, the more integrated the experience is within memory.

We're lighting the flame obviously in memory and respect . . . but we're also doing it because there are so many officers in law enforcement agencies who daily put their life on the line.

You almost have to get Nevada into that mix and maybe even Colorado to make it a truly attractive package.

People used to come from miles around to hear him make speeches.