The most humble research scientist in the Department of Agriculture is at this time contributing more to this country than the most useful member of Congress.

Science knows no politics. Are we in this frenzy of [the Depression] economy, brought about by those who control the wealth of this country, seeking to put a barrier on science and research for the paltry sum of $39,113 out of an appropriation of $100,000,000?

I am certain that the good Lord never intended grapes to be made into grape jelly.

Only a well-fed, well-housed, well-schooled people can enjoy the blessings of liberty.

My generation has failed miserably. We've failed because of lack of courage and vision. It requires more courage to keep the peace than to go to war.

It makes no difference if I burn my bridges behind me - I never retreat.

An industry that cannot pay its workers a decent living wage has no right to exist.