Neil deGrasse Tyson Quotes

We shall use only peaceful means and we shall not permit any other kind of method.

You don't promote the cause of peace by talking only to people with whom you agree.

If we can’t agree on the facts, how can we agree on the solutions?

If you want peace, you have to accept the other. Talk to the other, and accept that they have rights.

I mean, I'm a big believer in talking to people when you can and trying to solve problems when you can.

You need people that are willing to talk to the other side, or you're never going to get anything done. You need to be willing to expand your ground. There's always usually a place on issues where you can find common ground.

We call upon all warring parties in the world to lay down their arms and pursue the path of peace, dialogue, and inclusive resolution of disputes.

I don't think it is so difficult to solve the problems between Cuba and the United States; it all depends on whether there is a dialogue, a discussion, or if the prejudices and hatred of people like the extremists and terrorists from the Cuban community, who try to impose their policies, prevail.

I have tried to treat people on the other side civilly and look for common ground.

Leaders don't change their positions mid-debate. They welcome scorn from the masses because it creates the opportunity for dialogue.

Faith really should be a bridge, not a wall. Because at the end of the day, we should be focusing on what you believe, not what your religion is.

Our problem with Israel is that its leaders always talk about war and security but never about peace.

I went to Pakistan; I engaged in peace. If a hand extended is not shaken, what are you supposed to do?

In the past, leaders of both parties have been able to reach across the partisan divide. They succeeded by retaining their own humanity and recognizing the same in their political opponents.

People ask, 'How do you work with the other side?' Well, I start by not saying bad things about them.

You don't see people that are willing to say 'You know what, you might be different politically, but let's find some common ground, let's find ways that we're actually similar.' We just assume immediately that we have nothing in common, what can even talk to that person about.

Sectarianism is a real problem, but it should be addressed by people engaging with each other - reconciliation.

Those that differ upon Reason, may come together by Reason.

The next time you find yourself in an argument, rather than defend your position, see if you can see the other point of view first.

Religion is like going out to dinner with friends. Everyone may order something different, but everyone can still sit at the same table.

Have a dialogue between the two opposing parts and you will find that they always start out fighting each other until we come to an appreciation of difference.

Science and religion will meet and shake hands.

I'm determined to disagree with people without being disagreeable. That's part of the empathy. Empathy doesn't just extend to cute little kids. You have to have empathy when you're talking to some guy who doesn't like black people.

There's a time for debate and a time for consensus. There's a time for advocacy and time for first principles.

So let us begin anew - remembering on both sides that civility is not a sign of weakness, and sincerity is always subject to proof