Every human being is entitled to courtesy and consideration. Constructive criticism is not only to be expected but sought.

Moral cowardice that keeps us from speaking our minds is as dangerous to this country as irresponsible talk.

We are Republicans. But we are Americans first. It is as Americans that we express our concern with the growing confusion that threatens the security and stability of our country.

Public service must be more than doing a job efficiently and honestly. It must be a complete dedication to the people and to the nation.

Those of us who shout the loudest about Americanism, are all too frequently those who . . . ignore some of the basic principles of Americanism-the right to criticize, the right to hold unpopular beliefs, the right to protest, the right of independent thought.

Freedom unexercised may be freedom forfeited. The preservation of freedom is in the hands of the people themselves - not of the government.

The right way is not always the popular and easy way. Standing for right when it is unpopular is a true test of moral character.