I abhor unjust war. I abhor injustice and bullying by the strong at the expense of the weak, whether among nations or individuals. I abhor violence and bloodshed. I believe that war should never be resorted to when, or so long as, it is honorably possible to avoid it. I respect all men and women who from high motives and with sanity and self-respect do all they can to avert war. I advocate preparation for war in order to avert war; and I should never advocate war unless it were the only alternative to dishonor.

Each one must do his part if we wish to show that the nation is worthy of its good fortune.

No man should receive a dollar unless that dollar has been fairly earned.

We shall make mistakes; and if we let these mistakes frighten us from our work we shall show ourselves weaklings.

The worst of all fears is the fear of living

What I have advocated is not wild radicalism. It is the highest and wisest kind of conservatism.

I have often been afraid, but I would not give in to it. I made myself act as though I was not afraid and gradually my fear disappeared.