Some people seem to believe that for each problem there is a solution readily available - a solution that can be promptly achieved by passing a law and voting some money. I think of this as the vending machine concept of social change. Put a coin in the machine and out comes a piece of candy. If there is a social problem, pass a law and out comes a solution.

It is hard to feel individually responsible with respect to the invisible processes of a huge and distant government.

Paralysis of leadership is due in part to the unseen grip of the special interests.

But if we believe what we profess concerning the worth of the individual, then the idea of individual development within a framework of ethical purpose must become our deepest concern, our national preoccupation, our passion, our obsession. We must think of education as relevant for everyone everywhere - at all ages and in all conditions of life.

One man interacting creatively with others can move the world.

The world loves talent but pays off on character.

We pay a heavy price for our fear of failure.