We're more familiar with what economists call an English auction - prices start low and

rise as people bid. However, there is also the Dutch auction, where prices start high and go lower until somebody bites. Movies are sold to the audience via a very slow Dutch auction, where each phase between price drops can last weeks or months.
Nathan Myhrvold

Rapine, avarice, expense, This is idolatry; and these we adore; Plain living and high thinking are no more.
William Wordsworth

I don't stand for the black man's side, I don' t stand for the white man's side. I stand for God's side.
Bob Marley

The status quo is the only solution that cannot be vetoed.
Clark Kerr

The supply of words in the world market is plentiful but the demand is falling. Let deeds follow words now.
Lech Walesa

The New England conscience doesn't keep you from doing what you shouldn't - it just keeps you from enjoying it.
Isaac Bashevis Singer

He that struggles with us strengthens our nerves, and sharpens our skill. Our antagonist is our helper.
Edmund Burke

I think as far as kids go, you just have to work hard. Work on your skills, keep focused.
Frank Lampard

Elvis was the only man from Northeast Mississippi who could shake his hips and still be loved by rednecks, cops, and hippies.
Jimmy Buffett