In a time of domestic crisis, men of goodwill and generosity should be able to unite regardless of party or politics.

What's the use of being Irish if the world doesn't break your heart?

probably the greatest concentration of talent and genius in this house except for perhaps those times when Thomas Jefferson ate alone.

My fellow Americans, let us take that first step. Let us...step back from the shadow of war and seek out the way of peace. And if that journey is a thousand miles, or even more, let history record that we, in this land, at this time, took the first step.

No one has been barred on account of his race from fighting or dying for America, there are no white or colored signs on the foxholes or graveyards of battle.

Physical fitness is not only one of the most important keys to a healthy body, it is the basis of dynamic and creative intellectual activity.

Failure has no friends.