The basis of effective government is public confidence, and that confidence is endangered when ethical standards falter or appear to falter.

As science, of necessity, becomes more involved with itself, so also, of necessity, it becomes more international. I am impressed to know that of the 670 members of this Academy

Not everyone has equal abilities, but everyone should have equal opportunity for education.

Without debate, without criticism no administration and no country can succeed and no republic can survive.

A nation can be no stronger abroad than she is at home. Only an America which practices what it preaches about equal rights and social justice will be respected by those whose choice affects our future.

Now let me make it clear that I believe there can only be one defense policy for the United States and that is summed up in the word 'first.' I do not mean first, but. I do not mean first, when. I do not mean first, if. I mean first - period.

We, the people, are the boss, and we will get the kind of political leadership, be it good or bad, that we demand and deserve.