I want the people to work less for the government and more for themselves. I want them to have the rewards of their own industry.
Calvin CoolidgeNo person was ever honored for what he received. Honor has been the reward for what he gave.
Calvin CoolidgeI do not want to see any of the people cringing supplicants for the favor of the Government, when they should all be independent masters of their own destiny.
Calvin CoolidgeIf the people lose control of the arteries of trade and the natural sources of mechanical power, the nationalization of all industry should soon be expected. Our forefathers were alert to resist all encroachments upon their rights. If we wish to maintain our rights, we can do no less.
Calvin CoolidgeIt is equally clear that a government must govern, must prescribe and enforce laws within its sphere or cease to be a government. Moreover, the individual must be independent and free within his own sphere or cease to be an individual. The fundamental question was then, is now, and always will be through what adjustments, by what actions, these principles may be applied.
Calvin Coolidge