Centralization as a system is inconsistent with a non-voilent structure of society.

Nothing so wonderfully concentrates the mind as theprospect of a hanging.

Assumptionof cooperative goals leads to viewing the conflict as a common problem to besolved for mutual benefit.

Keepthings 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

There'sno point in arguing with partisan supporters. Their views are their identity.Nothing you can tell the most phlegmatic follower.

You canobserve a lot by just watching.

One of the function of intelligence is to take account of the dangers that come from trusting solely to the intelligence.

Every man is wanted; and no man is wanted much.

It is said that power corrupts, but actually it's moretrue that power attracts the corruptible. The sane are usually attracted byother things than power.

Years wrinkle the face, but to give up enthusiasm wrinkles the soul.

Suffering is the sole origin of consciousness.

The great essentials of happiness are: something to do,something to love and something to hope for.