- “The ear of the leader must ring with the voices of the people.”
– Emphasizing the importance of listening to and representing the public.
- “The man who is swimming against the stream knows the strength of it.”
– A reminder of the challenges and resilience required in the pursuit of change.
- “We are citizens of a great republic, and I pray God that we may show that we know how to use our power for good, and not for harm.”
- “We grow great by dreams.”
– A quote that speaks to the power of vision and ambition.
- “The world must be made safe for democracy.”
– A powerful statement in support of democratic values during World War I.
- “The only test of our progress is the happiness of the people.”
- “If you want to make enemies, try to change something.”
– A reflection on the resistance to change.
- “Liberty has never come from government. Liberty has always come from the subjects of it. The history of liberty is a history of resistance.”
- “I not only use all the brains that I have, but all that I can borrow.”
– A witty reminder of the importance of collaboration and learning from others.
- “We are the masters of our fate, the captains of our souls.”
– A line inspired by the poem “Invictus”, often cited for its inspirational power.
