The only things one can admire at length are those one admires without knowing why.

We need not fear any isms if our democracy is achieving the ends for which it was established.

I do not want church groups controlling the schools of our country. They must remain free.

I shall either find a way, or make one (attributed)

It is impossible to be a cynic if you live a good deal with young people. Fundamentally, every young person has a feeling that the future is going to hold something of value.

Campaign behavior for wives: Always be on time. Do as little talking as humanly possible. Lean back in the parade car so everybody can see the president.

Usefulness, whatever form it may take, is the price we should pay for the air we breathe and the food we eat and the privilege of being alive.