In other periods of depression, it has always been possible to see some things which were solid and upon which you could base hope, but as I look about, I now see nothing to give ground to hope-nothing of man.

I have found it advisable not to give too much heed to what people say when I am trying to accomplish something of consequence. Invariably they proclaim it can't be done. I deem that the very best time to make the effort.

We live an age of science and of abounding accumulation of material things. These did not create the Declaration. Our Declaration created them. ... If we are to maintain the great heritage which has been bequeathed to us, we must be like-minded as the fathers who created it.

A government which requires of the people the contribution of the bulk of their substance and rewards cannot be classed as a free government.

If we judge ourselves only by our aspirations and everyone else only their conduct we shall soon reach a very false conclusion.

Civilization and profit go hand in hand.

One of the greatest favors that can be bestowed upon the American people is economy in government.