Peopledo not seem to talk for the sake of expressing their opinions, but tomaintain an opinion for the sake of talking.

It doesnot do to leave a Dragon out of your calculations, if you live near him.

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

The most imaginative people are the most credulous, for to them everything is possible.

Thecompromise will always be more expensive than either of the suggestions it iscompromising.

Suspicion begets suspicion.

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

The fire you kindle for your enemy often burns yourself more than him.

We have, I fear, confused power with greatness.

When indoubt, ask. When not in doubt, ask. If you are not in doubt, you may bekidding yourself.

When our hearts are empty, we collect things.

Patriotism is not a short and frenzied outbrust of emotion but the tranquil and steady dedication of a lifetime.