Politicians aren't any more wicked than other citizens but the situation in which they are placed warps their judgment.

If one lets fear or hate or anger take possession of the mind, they become self-forged chains.

Character isn't inherited.

if we pursue the arms race no other problem will be solved.

We cannot legislate equality but we can legislate ... equal opportunity for all.

men never would share power with women willingly. If we wanted it, we would have to take it.

There is no danger is letting people have their say. ... There is a danger when you try to stop them from saying it.