No nation ever had an army large enough to guarantee it against attack in time of peace, or ensure it of victory in time of war.
Calvin CoolidgeWhile I do not think it was so intended I have always been of the opinion that this turned out to be much the best for me. I had no national experience. What I have ever been able to do has been the result of first learning how to do it. I am not gifted with intuition. I need not only hard work but experience to be ready to solve problems. The Presidents who have gone to Washington without first having held some national office have been at great disadvantage.
Calvin CoolidgeThere is no right to strike against the public safety by anybody, anywhere, any time.
Calvin Coolidge