I long ago came to the conclusion that all life is six to five against.

She has a laugh so hearty it knocks the whipped cream off an order of strawberry shortcake on a table fifty feet away.

The race is not always to the swift, nor the battle to the strong, but that's the way to bet.

I came to the conclusion long ago that all life is six to five against.

Life is tough, and it's really tough when you're stupid.

You can keep the things of bronze and stone and give me one man to remember me just once a year.

In my opinion turkey is the most over-rated critter for eating purposes in kingdom come but the most striking example we have of the power of propaganda.

He who tooteth not his own horn, the same shall not be tooted.

In all the history of the boxing game, you'll find no human interest story to compare with the life narrative of James J. Braddock.

Always try to rub up against money, for if you rub up against money long enough, some of it may rub off on you.

He [Will Rogers] was America's most complete human document. One-third humor. One-third humanitarian. One-third heart.

Mostly the greedy rich is responsible for the poor’s poverty!

Of the love or hatred God has for the English, I know nothing, but I do know that they will all be thrown out of France, except those who die there.

Remember that the most valuable antiques are dear old friends.

Moving from radio to television, you can take most of the words with you.

Some people say I would love to take a selfie with Moses. Do you understand the gap between Moses and God?

There’s no basis or anything. I just have this conviction that appeared inside of me which I have to follow.

Joy is spiritual and far grittier than happiness, and far more robust.

Despite all the boosterish talk of globalization breaking down barriers, most writers in Anglo-America are still working within the nationalist assumptions of their traditionally powerful societies.

I say what's in my heart, and I do it in my concerts.

As long as scientists are free to pursue the truth wherever it may lead, there will be a flow of new scientific knowledge to those who can apply it to practical problems.