When one comes to think of it, there are no such things as divine, immutable, or inalienable rights. Rights are things we get when we are strong enough to make good our claim on them.

A well-educated mind will always have more questions than answers.

I will eat grandfather for dinner.

The test of a democracy is not the magnificence of buildings or the speed of automobiles or the efficiency of air transportation, but rather the care given to the welfare of all the people.

I, for one, love strength, daring, fortitude. I do not want people to kill the fight in them; I want them to fight for right things.

My friends have made the story of my life. In a thousand ways they have turned my limitations into beautiful privileges.

Faith reinvigorates the will, enriches the affections, and awakens a sense of creativeness. Active faith knows no fear, and it is a safeguard to me against cynicism and despair.