The broad liberal objective is a balanced and flexible "mixed economy," thus seeking to occupy that middle ground between capitalism and socialism whose viability has so long been denied by both capitalists and socialists.

If we are to survive, we must have ideas, vision, and courage. These things are rarely produced by committees. Everything that matters in our intellectual and moral life begins with an individual confronting his own mind and conscience in a room by himself.

People who claw their way to the top are not likely to find very much wrong with the system that enabled them to rise.

What higher obligation does a President have than to explain his intentions to the people and persuade them that the direction he wishes to go is right?

The use of history as therapy means the corruption of history as history.

Clarity in language depends on clarity in thought.

Total separation of church and state was considered the best safeguard for the health of each. As [Andrew] Jackson explained, in refusing to name a fast day, he feared to 'disturb the security which religion now enjoys in this country, in its complete separation from the political concerns of the General Government.'