Most of our so-called reasoning consists in finding arguments for going on believingas we already do.

Thespirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak.

Silenceis the ultimate weapon of power.

A shipin harbor is safe, but that is not what ships are built for.

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

Mostpeople I ask little from. I try to give them much, and expect nothing inreturn and I do very well in the bargain.

To rule is not so much a question of the heavy hand as the firm seat.

We owealmost all our knowledge not to those who have agreed but to those who havediffered.

A matter that becomes clear ceases to concern us.

Man's life would be wretched and confined if it were to missthe candid intimacy developed by mutual trust and esteem.

Thedirect use of force is such a poor solution to any problem,it is generally employed only by small children and large nations.

Few men of action have been able to make a graceful exit at the appropriate time.