Men make history and not the other way around. In periods where there is no leadership, society stands still. Progress occurs when courageous, skillful leaders seize the opportunity to change things for the better.
Harry S. TrumanThere isn't any question about Washington's greatness. If his administration had been a failure, there would have been no United States. A lesser man couldn't have done it.... Washington was both a great administrator and a great leader, a truly great man in every way.
Harry S. TrumanAn honest public servant can't become rich in politics. He can only attain greatness and satisfaction by service.
Harry S. TrumanJustice remains the greatest power on earth. To that tremendous power alone will we submit.
Harry S. Truman