“ When I was a little kid, all I wanted to do was to escape what I thought was the country and get to a city. Probably film and television had influenced me so much, I really thought the key to happiness was living a very artificial life in a penthouse in New York with martini glasses. Tom Ford Fashion Designer
“ The American experience influenced my understanding of individuality, basic human rights, freedom of expression and the rights and responsibilities of citizens. Ai Weiwei Contemporary Artist
“ I'm definitely more influenced by European writers than I am by American writers, there's no doubt about that. Anne Rice Author
“ I was influenced by every comedian I ever saw work. That's the only way you learn how to do it. Bob Newhart Stand-Up Comedian
“ The Left is doing to America what it has done to almost everything it has deeply influenced - the arts, the university, religion, culture, minorities, Europe: ruining it. Dennis Prager Radio Host
“ Children are easily influenced, and I always want to do things I can be proud to show my kids someday. Faith Hill Singer