I have lived, Sir, a long time, and the longer I live, the more convincing proofs I see of this truth — that God governs in the affairs of men.

The U. S. Constitution doesn't guarantee happiness, only the pursuit of it. You have to catch up with it yourself.

You may give give a man office, but you cannot give him discretion

God heals, and the doctor takes the fees.

Here is my Creed. I believe in one God, the Creator of the Universe. That He governs it by His Providence. That He ought to be worshipped.

Moderation in all things - including moderation.

What is best for people is what they do for themselves.