Americans are overreachers; overreaching is the most admirable of the many American excesses.

It is no longer enough to be lusty. One must be a sexual gourmet.

Behavior was better when cinemas were opulent.

If you want to understand your government, don't begin by reading the Constitution. (It conveys precious little of the flavor of today's statecraft.) Instead, read selected portions of the Washington telephone directory containing listings for all the organizations with titles beginning with the word National.

The business of America is not business. Neither is it war. The business of America is justice and securing the blessings of liberty.

Sports serve society by providing vivid examples of excellence.