I would rather believe something and suffer for it, than to slide along into success without opinions.
James A. GarfieldWhatever I may believe in theology, I do not believe in the doctrine of vicarious atonement in politics.
James A. GarfieldThe chief duty of government is to keep the peace and stand out of the sunshine of the people.
James A. GarfieldIf there is one thing upon this earth that mankind love and admire better than another, it is a brave man, - it is the man who dares to look the devil in the face and tell him he is a devil.
James A. Garfield