One single object . . . [will merit] the endless gratitude of the society: that of restraining the judges from usurping legislation.

I find that the harder I work, the more luck I seem to have.

Honesty is the first chapter in the book of wisdom.

Nothing can stop the man with the right mental attitude from achieving his goal; nothing on earth can help the man with the wrong mental attitude.

The end of democracy and the defeat of the American Revolution will occur when government falls into the hands of lending institutions and moneyed incorporations.

I never considered a difference of opinion in politics, in religion, in philosophy, as cause for withdrawing from a friend.

I prefer dangerous freedom over peaceful slavery.

When tyranny becomes law, rebellion becomes duty.

Truth between candid minds can never do harm.

The government you elect is the government you deserve.

Our liberty depends on the freedom of the press, and that cannot be limited without being lost.

It can only take a moment to waste the rest of your life.

Top of mind means tip of tongue.

We have 99 reasons to say "NO" Only one reason we have to say "Yes"that is "YES"I'll do it.

I feel however, that we architects have a special duty and mission... (to contribute) to the socio-cultural development of architecture and urban planning.

No it isn't very pretty, what a town without pity can do.

If the foundation of faith is not embedded in our hearts, the power to endure will crumble.

When you ask people, do they believe that we ought to have trade, I think people understand it's important.

Regarding one's career: always be prepared, no short cuts - hard work is the only alternative that really works.

The proud man can learn humility, but he will be proud of it.

I always keep myself busy. I'm writing. Or I'm creating something. Or I'm doing stuff with the kids. I'm up incredibly early in the morning; I go to bed incredibly late at night.