I never liked the atmosphere of Washington . I early saw that it was impossible to build up a race of which the leaders were spending most of their time, thought and energy in trying to get into office, or in trying to stay there after they were in.

There is no defense or security for any of us except in the highest intelligence and development of all.

Character is power.

The highest test of the civilization of any race is in its willingness to extend a helping hand to the less fortunate.

I have learned that success is to be measured not so much by the position that one has reached in life as by the obstacles which he has had to overcome while trying to succeed.

Success waits patiently for anyone who has the determination and strength to seize it.

If you want to lift yourself up, lift up someone else.