"Hope is the only universal liar who never loses his reputation for veracity."

"We need men with moral courage to speak and write their real thoughts, and to stand by their convictions, even to the very death."

"A fact never went into partnership with a miracle. Truth scorns the assistance of wonders. A fact will fit every other fact in the universe, and that is how you can tell whether it is or is not a fact. A lie will not fit anything except another lie."

"We need men with moral courage to speak and write their real thoughts, and to stand by their convictions, even to the very death."

"Consult your friend on all things, especially on those which respect yourself. His counsel may then be useful where your own self-love might impair your judgment."

"Humility is not weakness in leadership; it is the cornerstone of unassailable respect. Remember this in moments of decisive trial."

"Most young people have tremendous respect for older people's views."

"I respect the state workers and I respect their unions, but we simply can't afford to pay benefits and pensions that are out of line with economic reality."