History is not life, but since only life makes history, the union of the two is obvious.

To be good Americans, we must be better Jews, and to be better Jews, we must become Zionists.

I think all of our human Experience shows that no one with absolute power can be trusted to give it up even in part

Fear of serious injury alone cannot justify oppression of free speech and assembly. Men feared witches and burnt women. It is the function of speech to free men from the bondage of irrational fears.

Sunshine is the greatest disinfectant

There is a spark of idealism within every individual which can be fanned into flame and bring forth extraordinary results.

There is no good writing; there is only good rewriting.