Character in many ways is everything in leadership. It is made up of many things, but I would say character is really integrity.

Because, therefore, we are defending a way of life, we must be respectful of that way of life as we proceed to the solution of our problem. We must not violate its principles and its precepts, and we must not destroy from within what we are trying to defend from without.

The clearest way to show what the rule of law means to us in everyday life is to recall what has happened when there is no rule of law.

The proper role of government, however, is that of partner with the farmer -- never his master. By every possible means we must develop and promote that partnership -- to the end that agriculture may continue to be a sound, enduring foundation for our economy and that farm living may be a profitable and satisfying experience.

The final battle against intolerance is to be fought - not in the chambers of any legislature - but in the hearts of men.

There is one thing about being President -- nobody can tell you when to sit down.

Politics should be the part-time profession of every citizen.