I know there is a God, and that He hates injustice and slavery. I see the storm coming, and I know that his hand is in it. If He has a place and work for me - and I think He has - I believe I am ready.

I'm a slow walker, but I never walk back.

These men ask for just the same thing, fairness, and fairness only. This, so far as in my power, they, and all others, shall have.

Tis better people think you a fool, then open your mouth and erase all doubt.

At 50, if you are on a diet on your birthday, you can't eat a piece of your birthday cake. So grab two, a piece in each hand and, lo and behold, you will be on a balanced diet! Happy birthday, old chum!

I never knew a man who wished to be himself a slave. Consider if you know any good thing, that no man desires for himself.

We the people are the rightful masters of both Congress and the courts, not to overthrow the Constitution but to overthrow the men who pervert the Constitution.