The United States has become great because we, as a people, have been able to work together for great objectives even while differing about details.

We must help to the limits of our strength. And we will.

An optimist is presented with a problem and sees an opportunity. A pessimist is presented with an opportunity and sees a problem.

If you want a friend in Washington, buy a dog.

There is no gratitude for things past. Gratitude is always for what you're going to do for people in the future.

I have just read your lousy review. You sound like a frustrated old man who never made a success, an eightulcer man on a four ulcer job ... I have never met you but if I do, you'll need a new nose, a lot of beefsteak for black eyes, and a supporter below.

The successful man has enthusiasm. Good work is never done in cold blood; heat is needed for forge anything. Every great achievement is the story of a flaming heart.