The Greeks understood that mind and body must develop in harmounious proportions to produce a creative intelligence.

When I was growing up I had three wishes. I wanted to be a Lindbergh-type hero, learn Chinese, and become a member of The Algonquin Round Table.

By calling attention to 'a well regulated militia,' 'the security of the nation,' and the right of each citizen 'to keep and bear arms,' our founding fathers recognized the essentially civilian nature of our economy... The Second Amendment still remains an important declaration of our basic civilian-military relationships in which every citizen must be ready to participate in the defense of his country. For that reason I believe the Second Amendment will always be important.

Knowledge of the oceans is more than a matter of curiosity. Our very survival may hinge upon it.

Sailing has given me some of the most pleasant and exciting moments of my life. It also has taught me something of the courage, resourcefulness, and strength of men who sail the seas in ships.

Arms alone are not enough to keep the peace. It must be kept by men.

Be strong and of good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed.