We are in danger of developing a cult of the Common Man, which means a cult of mediocrity.

The spiritual uplift, the goodwill, cheerfulness and optimism that accompanies every expedition to the outdoors is the peculiar spirit that our people need in times of suspicion and doubt...No other organized joy has values comparable to the outdoor experience.

To go fishing is the chance to wash one's soul with pure air, with the rush of the brook, or with the shimmer of sun on blue water. It brings meekness and inspiration from the decency of nature, charity toward tackle-makers, patience toward fish, a mockery of profits and egos, a quieting of hate, a rejoicing that you do not have to decide a darned thing until next week. And it is discipline in the equality of men - for all men are equal before fish.

I pride myself on being one of the oldest fans. I can certainly count up about seventy years of devotion.

The more complex the problems of the Nation become, the greater is the need for more and more advanced instruction.

If the law is upheld only by government officials, then all law is at an end.

Being a politician is a poor profession. Being a public servant is a noble one.