"I am not afraid of the future, for I believe in the American people."

"There is no higher religion than human service. To work for the common good is the greatest creed."

"Government is not a machine, but a living thing."

"No man can be a complete master of himself who is not also master of his environment."

"If a dog will not come to you after having looked you in the face, you should go home and examine your conscience."