Their insatiable lust for power is only equaled by their incurable impotence in exercising it.

The United States stands at the pinnacle of world power. This is a solemn moment for the American democracy. For with primacy in power is joined an awe-inspiring accountability for the future.

I have always felt that a politician is to be judged by the animosities he excites among his opponents.

... I think it would be so much better for me to learn something which would be useful to me in the army, as well as affording me exercise and amusement.

Most people hate the taste of beer - to begin with. It is, however, a prejudice that many people have been able to overcome.

If you're going through hell, keep going.

The main vice of capitalism is the uneven distribution of prosperity. The main vice of socialism is the even distribution of misery.