Practical efficiency is common, and lofty idealism not uncommon; it is the combination which is necessary, and the combination is rare

To announce that there must be no criticism of the president... is morally treasonable to the American public.

A just war is in the long run far better for a man's soul than the most prosperous peace.

When they call the roll in the Senate, the Senators do not know whether to answer 'Present' or 'Not guilty.'

I entirely appreciate loyalty to one"s friends, but loyalty to the cause of justice and honor stands above it.

War is not merely justifiable, but imperative upon honorable men, upon an honorable nation, where peace can only be obtained by the sacrifice of conscientious conviction or of national welfare.

A man who is good enough to shed his blood for the country is good enough to be given a square deal afterwards.