For those men who, sooner or later, are lucky enough to break away from the pack, the most intoxicating moment comes when they cease being bodies in other men's command and find that they control their own time, when they learn their own voice and authority.

You can't get unless you give. And you have to give without wanting to get.

A President and his wise men can only propose; but Congress disposes. It is when President and Congress agree that American history marches forward.

With electricity we were wired into a new world, for electricity brought the radio, a "crystal set" and with enough ingenuity, one could tickle the crystal with a cat's whisker and pick up anything.

The American dream is not over. America is an adventure.

The President's decisions make the weather, and if he is great enough, change the climate, too.

Quality in a classical Greek sense is how to live with grace and intelligence, with bravery and mercy.