"Nature is indifferent to the survival of the human species, including Americans."

"To act coolly, intelligently and prudently in perilous circumstances is the test of a man - and also a nation."

"You will find that the truth is often unpopular and the contest between agreeable fancy and disagreeable fact is unequal. For, in the vernacular, we Americans are suckers for good news."

"The journey of a thousand leagues begins with a single step. So we must never neglect any work of peace within our reach, however small."

"Behind every successful man stands a surprised mother-in-law."

"I had very good support from Democrats and Republicans all throughout my administration. I had a very high batting average. We added more jobs per year in my four years than any other president since the Second World War."

"One with the law is a majority."

"One lesson you better learn if you want to be in politics is that you never go out on a golf course and beat the President."