There are no 'white' or 'coloured' signs on the foxholes or graveyards of battle.

We cannot reform the world.... Uncle Sugar is as dangerous a role for us to play as Uncle Shylock.

Our national conservation effort must include the complete spectrum of resources: air, water, and land; fuels, energy, and minerals; soils, forests, and forage; fish and wildlife. Together they make up the world of nature which surrounds us- of the American heritage.

Just as I went into politics because Joe died, if anything happened to me tomorrow, my brother Bobby would run for my seat in the Senate. And if Bobby died, Teddy would take over for him.

Moral courage is more a rare commodity than bravery in a battle or great intelligence.

... the United States was not built by those who waited and rested and wished to look behind them. This country was conquered by those who moved forward, and so will space.

You never know what's hit you. A gunshot is the perfect way.