We do not learn by inference and deduction and the application of mathematics to philosophy, but by direct intercourse and sympathy.

...because there are no local or State boundaries to the problems of our environment, the Federal Government must play an active, positive role. We can and will set standards. We can and will exercise leadership.

Remember, always give your best. Never get discouraged. Never be petty. Always remember, others may hate you. But those who hate you don't win unless you hate them. And then you destroy yourself.

I don't think that a leader can control, to any great extent, his destiny. Very seldom can he step in and change the situation if the forces of history are running in another direction.

It is not enough just to be for peace. The point is, what can we do about it?

Solutions are not the answer.

We seek friendly relations with all nations. Any nation can be our friend without being any other nation's enemy.