Richard Riordan Professions : American Politician Born : May 1, 1930 Browse All Authors Famous Quotes by Richard Riordan Libraries are my passion in life. Before I became mayor (of Los Angeles), I used to sneak out here during lunchtime...and I'd go to a corner and take a book-any book almost-and read it for a while, and then feel rejuvenated. Richard Riordan library passion book I believe employers should be aware that employees who earn under $10 an hour cannot lead an independent life. But I do not believe that government should dictate wages. We have seen this fail in Socialist and Communist countries. It will do irreparable harm. Richard Riordan independent believe country Similar Authors Bill W. Clayton american-politician Bob Allen american-politician Brian E. Frosh american-politician Brad Carson american-politician Bonnie Lowenthal american-politician Arthur B. Robinson american-politician All Authors