when knowledge comes in at the door, fear and superstition fly out of the window.

There is no place in the world, I imagine, for a philosopher with a sense of humor, a new leisure, and an inquiring turn of mind!

There is nothing for the modern man or woman to fear about most cases of cancer. Nothing except delay.

Conflict is the very essence of life.

Politics is still the man's game. The women are allowed to do the chores, the dirty work, and now and then--but only occasionally--one is present at some secret conference or other. But it's not the rule. They can go out and get the vote, if they can and will; they can collect money, they can be grateful for being permitted to work. But that is all.

I have always regarded divorce as essentially disagreeable, like castor oil, but necessary.

I have a great deal of mind. It takes a long time to change it.