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

Nothing is greater impediment to being on good terms with other than being ill at ease with yourself.

The directuse of force is such a poor solution to any problem, it is generally employedonly by small children and large nations.

Far better to think historically, to remember the lessonsof the past. Thus, far better to conceive of power as consisting in part ofthe knowledge of when not to use all the power you have. Far better to be onewho knows that if you reserve the power not to

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

Thedeeper the waters are, the more still they run.

A state with defective laws will have defective morals.

It is less dangerous to treat most men badly than to treat them too well.

Be slow of tounge and quick of eye.

Power is no blessing in itself, except when it is used toprotect the innocent.

Words should be scattered like seeds, no matter how small the seed may be, its it has one found favourable ground, it unfolds its strength.

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