Men of integrity, by their very existence, rekindle the belief that as a people we can live above the level of moral squalor. We need that belief; a cynical community is a corrupt community.

Creativity requires the freedom to consider unthinkable alternatives, to doubt the worth of cherished practices.

We get richer and richer in filthier and filthier communities until we reach a final state of affluent misery - crocus on a garbage heap.

The idea for which this nation stands will not survive if the highest goal free man can set themselves is an amiable mediocrity. Excellence implies striving for the highest standards in every phase of life.

Our problem is not to find better values but to be faithful to those we profess.

Life is an endless process of self-discovery.

The world loves talent but pays off on character.