We must ask where we are and whither we are attending

It has long been a grave question whether any government, not too strong for the liberties of its people, can be strong enough to maintain its existence in great emergencies

The best thing about the future is that it comes only one day at a time.

Why should there not be a patient confidence in the ultimate justice of the people? Is there any better or equal hope in the world?

If there is a worse place than hell, then I am in it.

Be sure you put your feet in the right place, then stand firm.