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.

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

The individual who can do something that the world wants done will, in the end, make his way regardless of his race.

Those who are happiest are those who do the most for others.

Whenever your life touches mine, you make me stronger of weaker... there is no escape... people drag others or lift others up.

It often requires more courage to suffer in silence than to rebel, more courage not to strike back than to retaliate, more courage to be silent than to speak.

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