Despite his unimpressive appearance and manner, he was a brilliant fellow with a crystal-clear mind.... It was just that, when it came time for him to act like an executive, he was like a great many other people; when the time comes to make decisions, they have difficulty doing it.

There 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.

Whenever you put a man on the Supreme Court he ceases to be your friend.

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.

This administration is going to be cussed and discussed for years to come.

The way in which you endure that which you must endure is more important than the crisis itself.

When a High Explosive shell bursts in fifteen feet and does you no damage, you can bet your sweet life you bear a charmed life and no mistake.