I have a vision of the whole Church getting nearer to God by abiding by the precepts of the Book of Mormon.

One good yardstick as to whether a person might be the right one for you is this: in her presence, do you think your noblest thoughts, do you aspire to your finest deeds, do you wish you were better than you are?

I speak of honor-your honor to God-your honor to country-your honor to self. I sincerely believe it to be the cure to most of our ills, both on a national or individual basis.

Those who think clean thoughts do not do dirty deeds.

We need missionaries to match our message.

Some of the greatest battles you will face will be fought within the silent chambers of your own soul.

The one man other than my father who made the most lasting impression was an uncle, Serge B. Benson. He taught me in three different classes - but above all, he taught me lessons in moral, physical, and intellectual courage that I have tried to apply in later life.