When power leads man toward arrogance, poetry reminds him of his limitations. When power narrows the area of man's concern, poetry reminds him of the richness and diversity of existence. When power corrupts, poetry cleanses.

The American, by nature, is optimistic. He is experimental, an inventor and a builder who builds best when called upon to build greatly.

It takes two to make peace.

A tax cut means higher family income and higher business profits and a balanced federal budget.

This country cannot afford to be materially rich and spiritually poor.

No sane society chooses to commit national suicide.

I look forward to an America which will not be afraid of grace and beauty, which will protect the beauty of our natural environment, which will preserve the great old American houses and squares and parks of our national past and which will build handsome and balanced cities for our future.