Life without the Courage is death for slavery.

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

Do notfind fault, find a remedy.

Thereis nothing more likely to start disagreement among people or countries thanan agreement.

Nevermiss a good chance to shut up.

To beprepared is half the victory.

The Pursuit of perfection is the persuit of sweetness and light.

Ittakes nine months to have a baby, no matter how many people you put on thejob.

Status symbols are medals you buy yourself

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

Therecan be no doubt that the average man blames much more than he praises. Hisinstinct is to blame. If he is satisfied he says nothing; if he is not, hemost illogically kicks up a row.

Adversity attracts the man of character. He seeks out the better joy, responsibility.