I think we may safely trust a good deal more than we do.

Nevermistake silence for agreement.

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

It is not the whip that makes man, but the lure of things that are worthy to be loved.

Be notdisturbed at being misunderstood; be disturbed at not understanding.

The Truly free man is one who know how to decline an invitation without giving an excuse.

There is something monstrous in commands couched in invented and unfamiliar language, an alien master is the worst of all. The language of the law must not be foreign to the ears of those who are to obey it.

Even to observe neutrality you must have a strong government

Everyone speaks well of his heart, but no one dares to say it of his dead.

Don't wrestlea pig in a mud hole. You both get all dirty, and the pig enjoys it.

Neverdoubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed people can change theworld. Indeed, it's the only thing that ever has.

Familiarize yourself with the chains of bondage and you prepare your own limbs to wear them.