If a free society cannot help the many who are poor, it cannot save the few who are rich.

We don't want to be like the leader in the French Revolution who said There go my people, I must find out where they are going so I can lead them.

A revolution is coming – a revolution which will be peaceful if we are wise enough; compassionate if we care enough; successful if we are fortunate enough – but a revolution which is coming whether we will it or not. We can affect its character; we cannot alter its inevitability.

I had always enjoyed the title of Commander-in-Chief until I was informed ... that the only forces that cannot be transferred from Washington without my express permission are the members of the Marine Corps Band. Those are the only forces I have. I want it announced that we propose to hold the White House against all odds at least for some time to come.

The earth, the sea and air are the concern of every nation. And science, technology, and education can be the ally of every nation.

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

There are risks and costs to action. But they are far less than the long range risks of comfortable inaction.