No civilization other than that which is Christian, is worth seeking or possessing.

When a man says he approves of something in principle, it means he hasn't the slightest intention of carrying it out in practice.

Earthly majesty is always akin to the fallen angel, who is proud and unhappy, beautiful but troubled, and whose plans and efforts, though vast, are denied access.

Politics is the art of the possible, the attainable — the art of the next best

The most significant event of the 20th century will be the fact that the North Americans speak English.

The secret of politics? Make a good treaty with Russia.

History is simply a piece of paper covered with print: the main thing is to make history, not to write it.