In the minds of most men, the kingdom of opinion is divided into three territories,--the territory of yes, the territory of no, and a broad, unexplored middle ground of doubt.
James A. GarfieldGreat ideas travel slowly, and for a time noiselessly, as the gods whose feet were shod with wool.
James A. GarfieldFor honest merit to succeed amid the tricks and intrigues which are now so lamentably common, I know is difficult; but the honor of success is increased by the obstacles which are to be surmounted. Let me triumph as a man or not at all.
James A. Garfield