Robespierre, however, was not the type of leader finally destined to emerge from the Revolution.

The true humanist maintains a just balance between sympathy and selection.

For behind all imperialism is ultimately the imperialistic individual, just as behind all peace is ultimately the peaceful individual.

A remarkable feature of the humanitarian movement, on both its sentimental and utilitarian sides, has been its preoccupation with the lot of the masses.

It is well to open one's mind but only as a preliminary to closing it ... for the supreme act of judgment and selection.

We must not, however, be like the leaders of the great romantic revolt who, in their eagerness to get rid of the husk of convention, disregarded also the humane aspiration.

Since every man desires happiness, it is evidently no small matter whether he conceives of happiness in terms of work or of enjoyment.