I always assume that democracy is the only good form of government, quite frankly, and democracy is always to be preferred

The real point is that totalitarian regimes have claimed jurisdiction over the whole person, and the whole society, and they don't at all believe that we should give unto Caesar that which is Caesar's and unto God that which is God's.

Cultural constraints condition and limit our choices, shaping our characters with their imperatives.

Democracy not only requires equality but also an unshakable conviction in the value of each person, who is then equal

When the Soviet Union walked out of arms control negotiations, and refused even to discuss the issues, the San Francisco Democrats didn't blame Soviet intransigence. They blamed the United States.

Tyranny and anarchy are alike incompatible with freedom, security, and the enjoyment of opportunity.

They (american press) always blame America first!