The greatest work in all the world is the building of men and women of character. Without character there is not much that is worthwhile.
Ezra Taft BensonAre we reading the Constitution and pondering it? Are we aware of its principles? Are we abiding by these principles and teaching them to others? Could we defend the Constitution? Can we recognize when a law is constitutionally unsound? Do we know what the prophets have said about the Constitution and the threats to it?
Ezra Taft BensonWe must not lose hope. Hope is an anchor to the souls of men. Satan would have us cast away that anchor.
Ezra Taft BensonThat government is best which governs the least, so taught the courageous founders of this nation. This simple declaration is diametrically opposed to the all too common philosophy that the government should protect and support one from the cradle to the grave. The policy of the Founding Fathers has made our people and our nation strong. The opposite leads inevitably to moral decay.
Ezra Taft Benson