Civilization is being poisoned by its own waste products.

The great discovery of the nineteenth century, that we are of one blood with the lower animals, has created new ethical obligations which have not yet penetrated the public conscience. The clerical profession has been lamentably remiss in preaching this obvious duty.

Man, as we know him, is a poor creature; he is halfway between an ape and a god and he is travelling in the right direction.

Lutheranism is essentially German... It worships a God who is neither just nor merciful.

There is no limit to the noble aspirations which the words "my country" may evoke.

Civilization is being poisoned by its own waste products.

A good government remains the greatest of human blessings and no nation has ever enjoyed it.