When I Began In 1960, Individuality Wasn't

That's What Keeps Me Going. Everywhere I Go There Are Young People With Shining Eyes Wanting To Tell Me, "dr. Jane, We're Going To Make The World A Better Place."

If You Look Into Their [chimpanzees] Eyes, You Know You're Looking Into A Thinking Mind. They Teach Us That We Are Not The Only Beings With Personalities, Minds Capable Of Rational Thought, Altruism And A Sense Of Humor. That Leads To New Respect For Other Animals, Respect For The Environment And Respect For All Life.

My Mother Always Taught Us That If People Don't Agree With You, The Important Thing Is To Listen To Them. But If You've Listened To Them Carefully And You Still Think That You're Right, Then You Must Have The Courage Of Your Convictions.

It Made Me Feel Particularly Sickened To Know That This Kind Of Callous Attitude Toward Animals Is Repeated Again And Again In Laboratories Around This Country.

I Would Never Say I Was An Icon, But So Many People Have Said I Am, So I Suppose I Am. I Mean, I Can't Not Be What Everyone Says I Am. But I Don't Feel Like An Icon.