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" There was an idea of accepting everyone; there was no sense of exclusion. "

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" It's funny: When I first heard they were thinking of me for the president in 'Independence Day,' I just assumed it was a comedy - I didn't exactly think of myself as leader-of-the-free-world material. "

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" I was brought up in a very small town in upstate New York. "

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" I also turn down what's probably a good amount of coinage to be made out of playing dads, an incredible number of obnoxious dad. "

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" I like those crisis moments - if you're on top of it and don't get pulled under by panic and fear, it's a very bonding thing. "

" I really enjoyed doing Albee's 'The Goat.' It's a powerful piece and a really exciting play to do. "

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" I don't have a favorite fruit. There are things that thrill me each turn of the season. "

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