A scientist's aim in a discussion with his colleagues is not to persuade, but to clarify.
Leo SzilardPronouncement of experts to the effect that something cannot be done has always irritated me.
Leo SzilardThose individuals who give moral considerations a much greater weight than considerations of expediency represent a comparatively small minority, five percent of the people perhaps. But, In spite of their numerical inferiority, they play a major role in our society because theirs is the voice of the conscience of society.
Leo Szilard