Not only our future economic soundness but the very soundness of our democratic institutions depends on the determination of our government to give employment to idle men.

It is common sense to take a method and try it. If it fails, admit it frankly and try another. But above all, try something.

I regard reduction in Federal spending as one of the most important issues in this campaign. In my opinion it is the most direct and effective contribution that Government can make to business.

The hopes of the Republic cannot forever tolerate either undeserved poverty or self-serving wealth.

There is one front and one battle where everyone in the United States-every man, woman, and child-is in action, and will be privileged to remain in action throughout this war. That front is right here at home, in our daily lives, and in our daily tasks.

Sometimes the best way to keep peace in the family is to keep the members of the family apart for awhile.

'Peace on earth, good will toward men' - democracy must cling to that message. For it is my deep conviction that democracy cannot live without that true religion which gives a nation a sense of justice and moral purpose.