The physical fitness of our citizens is a vital prerequisite to America's realization of its full potential as a nation, and to the opportunity of each individual citizen to make full and fruitful use of his capacities.

Sometimes party loyalty asks too much.

As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them.

So, let us not be blind to our differences - but let us also direct attention to our common interests and to the means by which those differences can be resolved.

All of us do not have equal talent, but all of us should have an equal opportunity to develop our talent.

The true democracy, living and growing and inspiring, puts its faith in the people - faith that the people will not simply elect men who will represent their views ably and faithfully, but will also elect men who will exercise their conscientious judgment - faith that the people will not condemn those whose devotion to principle leads them to unpopular courses, but will reward courage, respect honor, and ultimately recognize right.

No government or social system is so evil that its people must be considered as lacking in virtue.