The average man's judgment is so poor, he runs a risk every time he uses it.

If you have sense enough to realize why flies gather around a restaurant, you should be able to appreciate why men run for office.

It may be a cold, clammy thing to say, but those that treat friendship the same as any other selfishness seem to get the most out of it.

You needn't love your enemy, but if you refrain from telling lies about him, you are doing well enough.

I declare my belief that it is not your duty to do anything that is not to your own interest. Whenever it is unquestionably your duty to do a thing, then it will benefit you to perform that duty.

No wonder the teacher knows so much; she has the book.

When a man tells you what people are saying about you, tell him what people are saying about him; that will immediately take his mind off your troubles.