Freedom is the most contagious virus known to man.

The right of citizens to bear arms is just one guarantee against arbitrary government, one more safeguard against the tyranny which now appears remote in America, but which historically has proved to be always possible.

Anyone who thinks that the vice-president can take a position independent of the president of his administration simply has no knowledge of politics or government. You are his choice in a political marriage, and he expects your absolute loyalty.

The impersonal hand of government can never replace the helping hand of a neighbor.

The leadership for civil rights has to take place in the White House or it is going to take place in the streets.

Foreign policy is really domestic policy with its hat on.

The right to be heard does not automatically include the right to be taken seriously.