All of us do not have equal talent, but all of us should have an equal opportunity to develop our talent.

Whether I serve one or two terms in the Presidency, I will find myself at the end of that period at what might be called the awkward age-too old to begin a new career and too young to write my memoirs.

There is no city in the United States in which I can get a warmer welcome and fewer votes than Columbia, Ohio.

The rights of man come not from the generosity of the state but from the hand of God.

My experience in government is that when things are non-controversial and beautifully coordinated, there is not much going on.

If we are strong, our strength will speak for itself. If we are weak, words will be of no help.

[High income tax rates] not only check consumption but discourage investment and encourage...the avoidance of taxes [rather] than the production of goods.[...]Our present tax system...reduces the financial incentives for personal effort, investment, and risk-taking.