Quotes from John Lindsay

New York has total depth in every area. Washington has only politics; after that, the second biggest thing is white marble.

These girls play tennis first and foremost, the fact that many of them are very glamorous is a major bonus for any promoter.

New York was something like a circus performer walking a tightrope an juggling at the same time....It could barely maintain its position, but an movement would tip the whole balance.

Not only is New York City the nation's melting pot, it is also the casserole, the chafing dish and the charcoal grill.

There are men - now in power in this country - who do not respect dissent, who cannot cope with turmoil, and who believe that the people of America are ready to support repression as long as it is done with a quiet voice and a business suit.

Those who suppress freedom always do so in the name of law and order.