The man who stands by and says nothing, when the peril of his government is discussed, can not be misunderstood. If not hindered, he is sure to help the enemy.

A capacity and taste for reading gives access to whatever has already been discovered by others.

Better give your path to a dog than be bitten by him in contesting for the right. Even killing the dog would not cure the bite

The solemn pride that must be yours to have laid so costly a sacrifice upon the altar of freedom.

When you have got a ticket to send, and you're not a top costumer, it's best not to waste your time.

It is easiest to "be all things to all men," but it is not honest. Self-respect must be sacrificed every hour in the day.

When I lay down the reins of this administration, I want to have one friend left. And that friend is myself.