Sir, we must beware of needless innovation, especially when guided by logic.

It is not open to the cool bystander . . . to set himself up as an impartial judge of events which would never have occurred had he outstretched a helping hand in time.

I'd rather be right than consistent.

He spoke with more eloquence than wisdom.

It is not enough that we do our best; sometimes we must do what is required.

Some men change their party for the sake of their principles; others their principles for the sake of their party

Do you know why the nose of the bull dog is sloped backwards? So it can keep on breathing without ever letting go.