It is not uncommon for those who at their first entrance into the world were distinguished for attainments or abilities, to disappoint the hopes which they had raised, and to end in neglect and obscurity that life which they began in honour. To the long catalogue of the inconveniences of old age, which moral and satirical writers have so copiously displayed, may be often added the loss of fame.

The American city should be a collection of communities where every member has a right to belong. It should be a place where every man feels safe on his streets and in the house of his friends.

I'd rather give my life than be afraid to give it.

The noblest search is the search for excellence.

We cannot have government for all the people until we first make certain it is government of and by all the people.

Education is not a problem. Education is an opportunity.

Never miss an opportunity to say a word of congratulation upon anyone's achievement.