The most superior of scientific goals is to embrace a maximum of experiment with a minimum of hypotheses.

I believe that whoever tries to think things through honestly will soon recognize how unworthy and even fatal is the traditional bias against Negroes. What can the man of good will do to combat this deeply rooted prejudice? He must have the courage to set an example by words and deed, and must watch lest his children become influenced by racial bias.

If one holds these high principles clearly before one's eyes, and compares them with the life and spirit of our times, then it appears glaringly that civilized mankind finds itself at present in grave danger. In the totalitarian states it is the rulers themselves who strive actually to destroy that spirit of humanity. In less threatened parts it is nationalism and intolerance, as well as the oppression of the individuals by economic means, which threaten to choke these most precious traditions.

In the midst of difficulty lies opportunity.

In my view, it is the most important function of art and science to awaken this feeling and keep it alive in those who are capable of it.

It may be possible to fight intolerance, stupidity, and fanaticism seperately, but when they come together there is no hope.

The only thing that you absolutely have to know, is the location of the library.