Listening,not imitation, may be the sincerest form of flattery.

Education is the chief defence of a Nation.

Let usnever negotiate out of fear. But let us never fear to negotiate.

Speechis human, silence is divine, yet also brutish and dead; therefore we mustlearn both arts.

The weaknesses of many make leader possible.

Do we wish men to be virtuous? Then let us begin by making them love their country.

Muchtalking is the cause of danger. Silence is the means of avoiding misfortune.The talkative parrot is shut up in a cage. Other birds, without speech, flyfreely about.

If you follow me, I may lead you straight to hell, but ifyou trust me, I will lead you back out again.

Toeffectively communicate, we must realize that we are all different in the waywe perceive the world and use this understanding as a guide to ourcommunication with others.

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 isnothing so disagreeable, that a patient mind cannot find some solace for it.

It isimpossible to defeat an ignorant man in argument.