I will not get into a pissing contest with that skunk [Joseph McCarthy].

Censorship, in my opinion, is a stupid and shallow way of approaching the solution to any problem.

In opposing Communism, we are defeating ourselves if we use methods that do not conform to the American sense of justice.

If a man's associates find him guilty of being phony, if they find that he lacks forthright integrity, he will fail. His teachings and actions must square with each other. The first great need, therefore, is integrity and high purpose.

Guns and tanks and planes are nothing unless there is a solid spirit, a solid heart, and great productiveness behind it.

One small ball in the air. I wouldn't believe that at this moment you have to fear the intelligence aspects of this.

During the time I have had WACs under my command, they have met every test and task assigned to them...their contributions in efficiency, skill, spirit, and determination are immeasurable.