In our complex world, there cannot be fruitful initiative without government, but unfortunately there can be government without initiative.

The problem with the wise is they are so filled with doubts while the dull are so certain.

We know too much and feel too little.

We must be skeptical even of our skepticism.

This is one of those views which are so absolutely absurd that only very learned men could possibly adopt them.

Public opinion is always more tyrannical towards those who obviously fear it than towards those who feel indifferent to it.

Really high-minded people are indifferent to happiness, especially other people's.