Quote of the day
The Constitution was the expression not only of a political faith, but also of political fears. It was wrought both as the organ of the national interest and as the bulwark of certain individual and local rights.
Pat Ament

Born: September 3, 1946 (age 78)
Bio: Pat Ament is an American rock climber, filmmaker, musician, and artist who lives in Fruita, Colorado. Noted for first ascents in the 1960s and 1970s, he is the author of many articles and books.
Known for:
- John Gill: Master of Rock
- Royal Robbins: Spirit of the Age (1998)
- A History of Free Climbing in America (2002)
- High Endeavors (1991)