“It is often easier to fight for one’s principles than it is to live up to them.”

“I venture to guess that patriotism is not a short and frenzied outburst of emotion, but the tranquil and steady dedication of a lifetime.”

“The first principle of a free society is an untrammeled flow of words in an open forum."(Adlai E. Stevenson, 1900-1965, American Lawyer, Politician)”

“Understanding human needs is half the job of meeting them.”

“She would rather light candles than curse the darkness and her glow has warmed the world.”

“It's hard to lead a cavalry charge if you think you look funny on a horse.”

“A hypocrite is the kind of politician who would cut down a redwood tree, then mount the stump and make a speech for conservation.”