The aimof argument, or of discussion, should not be victory, but progress.

Keep things informal. Talking is the natural way to do business. Writing is greatfor keeping records and putting down details, but talk generates ideas. Greatthings come from our luncheon meetings which consist of a sandwich, a cup ofsoup, and a good idea

We do not err because the truth is difficult to see. We err because this is more comfortable

In history, characters and events occur twice, first as tragedy then as farce.

Silenceis foolish if we are wise, but wise if we are foolish.

Liberty and democracy becomes unholy when their hands are dyed red with innocent blood.

It is much easier to be a hero than a gentleman.

Thoroughnesscharacterizes all successful men. Genius is the art of taking infinite pains.All great achievement has been characterized by extreme care, infinitepainstaking, even to the minutest detail.

Supicion of one's own motives is especially necessary for the philanthropist and the executive.

A Habit is a shirt made of iron.

Reformers are those who educate people to appreciate the things they need.

A man without patience is a lamp without oil.