When we do the best we can, we never know what miracle is wrought in our life, or in the life of another.

The world is moved not only by the mighty shoves of the heroes, but also by the aggregate of the tiny pushes of each honest worker.

No pessimist ever discovered the secrets of the stars, or sailed to an uncharted land, or opened a new heaven to the human spirit.

Every modern war has had its root in exploitation

As I went more and more about the country I learned that I had spoken with assurance on a subject I knew little about.

Now is the time for all good men to come to.