All who have meditated on the art of governing mankind have been convinced that the fate of empires depends on the education of youth.

"Democracy arose from men's thinking that if they are equal in any respect, they are equal absolutely."

"First, have a definite, clear practical ideal; a goal, an objective. Second, have the necessary means to achieve your ends; wisdom, money, materials, and methods. Third, adjust all your means to that end."

It is better to rise from life as from a banquet -- neither thirsty nor drunken.

"What it lies in our power to do, it lies in our power not to do."