Perfectionism, no less than isolationism or imperialism or power politics, may obstruct the paths to international peace. Let us not forget that the retreat to isolationism a quarter of a century ago was started not by a direct attack against international cooperation but against the alleged imperfections of the peace.

We may make mistakes-but they must never be mistakes which result from faintness of heart or abandonment of moral principle.

Once I prophesied that this generation of Americans had a rendezvous with destiny. That prophecy now comes true. To us much is given; more is expected. This generation will nobly save or mainly lose the last best hope of earth. The way is plain, peaceful, generous just. A way, which if followed, the world will forever applaud, and God must forever bless.

The virtues are lost in self-interest as rivers are lost in the sea.

There are many ways of going forward, but only one way of standing still.

Organized money hates me--and I welcome their hatred!

All Government employees should realize that the process of collective bargaining, as usually understood, cannot be transplanted into the public service.