There are two sorts of pity: one is a balm and the other a poison; the first is realized by our friends, the last by our enemies.
Charles SumnerWhatever may be the temporary applause of men, or the expressions of public opinion, it may be asserted without fear of contradiction, that no true and permanent fame can be founded, except in labors which promote the happiness of mankind.
Charles SumnerWar is a positive, precise and specific evil, of gigantic proportions ...making within the sphere of its influence all true grandeur impossible.
Charles SumnerThe true greatness of nations is in those qualities which constitute the greatness of the individual.
Charles Sumner