(October 2006) (William Monahan) is maybe one of the two best writers I have ever worked with and I am developing something with him now that will take us back to Muslim countries next year. It`s called "Tripoli", is set in 1805 and is about the bad behavior of Pasha of Tripoli, who was kidnapping ships, particularly American ships, and demanding ransoms while Jefferson was broke, having emptied his coffers of $11 million to complete the Louisiana Purchase from Napoleon, who needed the money to feed his army. It is a fascinating period.
- Ridley ScottIt`s amazing how this thing emptied the city. You would never believe it.
- Jennifer SmithAt one time Tribune Syndicate emptied out their storeroom. They put tables full of original cartoons down in the lobby and said take one if you want one. The comics were simply a burden to them.
- Mort Walker