Distinction Quotes

The distinction between the past, present and future is only a stubbornly persistent illusion.

The fact - not theory - that evolution has occurred and the Darwinian theory as to how it occurred have become so confused in popular opinion that the distinction must be stressed.

One of the chief tasks of any dialogue with the Gentile world is to prove that the distinction between anti-Semitism and anti-Zionism is not a distinction at all.

In the sky, there is no distinction of east and west; people create distinctions out of their own minds and then believe them to be true.

We have to work harder to show distinction.

We are honored to be the first elevator company to earn this distinction from the Chinese government. This award reflects Otis' commitment to 'green' buildings and our strong support for China's sustainable development policy.

I think she should consider it. I think her nomination is a mistake. She doesn't have the intellectual distinction or the track record to really justify putting her on the Supreme Court. I think she should consider withdrawing her name, going to the President and saying 'thank you for the honor but I can serve you as WH counsel and there are plenty of other qualified people to go to the Supreme Court.'.

Most successful men have not achieved their distinction by having some new talent or opportunity presented to them. They have developed the opportunity that was at hand.

I see Marti as a god for the greatness of his heart and his distinction between good vs. evil. He had the intelligence of 1,000 men in his one brain, ... I want to cross the streets he crossed. That's why I'm here. I can hear the steps of Marti.

because she's really smart, and she's really cool, and, like me, we share the distinction of being the two probably biggest freak shows on Earth, who have the most fame and the least amount of money.

For me, there's no distinction between English and British. We are the biggest nation in the world that plays this game and we want someone who can really move us on.

It's time for a British boss, somebody who understands our passion, belief and commitment. There's no distinction between English and British.

He served with distinction, weathered storms, cold and heat. He came through it all real well and was always rearing to go. He was a great mascot.

The high-performance packaging not only delivers distinction at point of sale, but also reflects the edgy personalities of products they hold.

He's a man of rare distinction, outstanding in every way; he's a doer and there are few of those in Jamaica. I don't know what he's going to do but he will have to be back here very often.

We have the unique distinction of being the only Orthodox church dedicated to Saint Anna in the United States - and her Shrine since we have her relic. The parish has the responsibility of being prepared to offer hospitality to the thousands of people who will visit every year, and that is only proper that we build a church that will accommodate those visitors.

It enables us to show a room of architectural distinction which is quite unique in England, to share the challenge of conservation that stood between the public and the finished room, and to share a room which helps us to tell our visitors more about the people and estates that supported Nostell.

The distinction is subtle but important. Integration represents an outward conformity; reconciliation represents an inward heart condition.

A distinction is made between painters who work directly from nature and those who work purely from imagination. Personally, I think neither of these methods must be preferred to the exclusion of the other. Both may be used in turn by the same indivi.

When the leader passes over all alike, not making a distinction, then the endeavors of those who are capable of exertion are entirely lost.

I am not pleased at all with whatever has happened. Having played cricket with respect and distinction, I don't deserve this at the fag end of my career. .

A distinction should be made that [American] football is democratic capitalism, whereas soccer is a European socialist [sport].

The master in the art of living makes little distinction between his work and his play, his labor and his leisure, his mind and his body, his information and his recreation, his love and his religion. He hardly knows which is which. He simply pursues his vision of excellence at whatever he does, leaving others to decide whether he is working or playing. To him he's always doing both.

No kingdom can be secured otherwise than by arming the people. The possession of arms is the distinction between a freeman and a slave.

In a company of 50,000 employees, it is a great honor to receive this distinction. Five years ago, Waste Management implemented an exciting new customer service program that operates according to the premise that perfect service can be achieved through effective employee education and communication. This initiative is called Service Machine and relies on effective tracking, timely review, analysis and ongoing coaching to ensure that these standards are consistently achieved. This group of men and women consistently lead the way, from financial performance to collection productivity improvements to growing the company's revenue.