We must dare to be great; and we must realize that greatness is the fruit of toil and sacrifice and high courage.

If the world is to change for the better it must start with a change in human consciousness, in the very humanness of modern man.

Extreme right-wing "tea party" types are a minority of the Republican party. And Republicans are a minority of the country. And yet they are able to have their way because - in addition to other less ethical tactics - they vote! What must we do to get the more reasonable thinking majority to cast their ballots? A national voting holiday would be a good start.... Step up and save our country. It's your future.

There is no dignity quite so impressive, and no one independence quite so important, as living within your means.

Happiness is not being pained in body or troubled in mind.

Give us what belongs to us in peace, and if you don't give it to us in peace, we will take it by force.