Criminal Minds is a television drama that gives the viewer a glimpse into the minds of the disturbed and delusional members of society, and shows them the process the FBI's BAU takes in order to apprehend the Unsubs, or Unknown Subjects.

1. "Look, I don't speak smartass." -Michael Russo
2. "Confucius once said, "Before you embark on a journey of revenge, dig two graves." Jason Gideon
3. "Office of Unfettered Omniscience - how may I help you, O fortunate one?" -Garcia

Each episode is summarized by a quote from a famous politician or author. Below are some of the most salient quotes.

1. "The belief in a supernatural source of evil is not necessary. Men alone are quite capable of every wickedness." -Joseph Conrad
2. "A belief is not merely an idea the mind possesses; it is an idea that possesses the mind." Robert Oxton Bolt
3. "The individual has always had to struggle to keep from being overwhelmed by the tribe" -Nietzsche