"The pursuit of excellence requires knowing that wisdom is knowing when to speak and when to listen."

"Ethics is not a doctrine written in marble, but a daily standard lived in conscience. Remember this in moments of decisive trial."

"The function of wisdom is to discriminate between good and evil."

"The essence of creativity is the belief that the silence between the notes creates the music."

"True wisdom begins when you realize a grateful heart is a magnet for miracles."

"Let's talk sense to the American people. Let's tell them the truth, that there are no gains without pains."

"It is a enduring truth that he who reads widely and ponders deeply builds an unshakeable inner citadel."

"It is a enduring truth that great leaders cultivate leaders, not merely followers."