Now I could go on in this personal basis,but the point is I've just reached the 30 mark. Many of these experiences would be denied in the past age. I've found that the beliefs I've discovered in the 20- to 30-year period can be the ground floor of my philosophy,and that these early years can be a fruitful basis for a mature life for everyone. I remember in particular two young men named Jefferson and Hamilton,whose thoughts are deeply embedded in this country's philosophy. I like people because they are the key to the great human values:love,charity,friendship,sacrifice,and brotherhood. Some of my closest friends are people whom I was at first hesitant to meet. What close calls. I feel sorry for those poor souls who must go through life not knowing their neighbors,not participating in groups or being active in causes,and when I meet persons who are not interested in people who are different—and of course,that's everyone. Then I rededicate myself to this thing called society—a continuous living drama equal to anything Hollywood ever produced. I believe the more people you understand,the more you understand God.