The upward course of a nation's history is due in the long run to the soundness of heart of its average men and women.

If someone puts their hands on you make sure they never put their hands on anybody else again.

We are in bondage to the law in order that we may be free.

Action expresses priorities.

Labor to keep alive in your breast that little spark of celestial fire called conscience.

He who is not contented with what he has, would not be contented with what he would like to have.

We often give our enemies the means for our own destruction.

It is impossible to rightly govern the world without God and the Bible.

If given the choice between Righteousness and Peace, I choose Righteousness.

It is true that liberty is precious; so precious that it must be carefully rationed.

In politics, If you want anything said, ask a man. If you want anything done, ask a woman.

It has been said that politics is the second oldest profession. I have learned that it bears a striking resemblance to the first.

Lead from the back and let others believe they are in front

There are many truths of which the full meaning cannot be realized until personal experience has brought it home.

Absolute power does not corrupt absolutely, absolute power attracts the corruptible.

Lead, follow, or get out of the way.

It is hardly possible to build anything if frustration, bitterness and a mood of helplessness prevail.

Educate and inform the whole mass of the people...they are the only sure reliance for the preservation of our liberty.

Never tell your enemy he is doing the wrong thing.

Understanding can overcome any situation, however mysterious or insurmountable it may appear to be.

A vote is like a rifle: its usefulness depends upon the character of the user.