History is the witness of the times, the light of truth.

Tobelieve in something, and not to live it, is dishonest.

Distancedoesn't matter. It is only the first step that is difficult.

Trust is difficult to define, but we know when it's presentand when it's not.

No pillow is as soft as clear conscience.

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

Negotiatingmeans getting the best of your opponent.

To startblindly with a statement is a sign of arrogance and narrow-mindedness, andwill lead to conflict. To start blindly with a question is a sign ofuncertainty and honesty, and will lead to wisdom.

Step after step the ladder is ascended

A state with defective laws will have defective morals.

Finance is the art of passing currency from hand to hand until it finally disappears.

Thecorrect strategy for Americans negotiating with Japanese or other foreignclients is a Japanese strategy:ask questions. When you think you understand, ask more questions. Carefullyfeel for pressure points.If an impasse is reached, don't pressure. Sugges