The ancient bitter opposition to improved methods [of production] on the ancient theory that it more than temporarily deprives men of employment... has no place in the gospel of American progress.

When we are sick, we want an uncommon doctor; when we have a construction job to do, we want an uncommon engineer, and when we are at war, we want an uncommon general. It is only when we get into politics that we are satisfied with the common man.

Competition is not only the basis of protection to the consumer, but is the incentive to progress.

A good fisherman can secure many regenerative hours in winter, polishing up the rods and reels.

I am sure I'd have made a better all-around man if I hadn't lost so much time just making a living.

With impressive proof on all sides of magnificent progress, no one can rightly deny the fundamental correctness of our economic system.

Economic depression can not be cured by legislative action or executive pronouncement.