There are dreadful moments when death comes very near those we love, even if for the time being it passes by. But life is a great adventure, and the worst of all fears is the fear of living.

There are no words that can tell the hidden spirit of the wilderness, that can reveal its mystery, its melancholy and its charm.

Patriotism means to stand by the country. It does not mean to stand by the president.

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

Black care rarely sits behind the rider whose pace is fast enough.

A President has a great chance; his position is almost that of a king and a prime minister rolled into one.

90% of the work in this country is done by people who don't feel good".