A man cannot have character unless he lives within a fundamental system of morals that creates character.

I want a one-armed economist, that way he cannot say, 'on the other hand'.

This government has been informed that a Jewish state has been proclaimed in Palestine, and recognition has been requested by the provisional government thereof. The United States recognizes the provisional government as the de facto authority of the new State of Israel.

Always be sincere, even if you don't mean it.

The President hears a hundred voices telling him that he is the greatest man in the world. He must listen carefully indeed to hear the one voice that tells him his is not.

Unless Russia is face with an iron fist and strong language, another is in the making. Only one language do they understand - 'How many divisions have you?' ... I'm tired of babying the Soviets.

A leader is the man who has the ability to get other people to do what they don't want to do, and like it.