History informs us of past mistakes from which we can learn without repeating them. It also inspires us and gives confidence and hope bred of victories already won.
Democracy is a process, not a static condition. It is becoming, rather than being. It can be easily lost, but is never finally won.
Difficulty need not foreshadow despair or defeat. Rather achievement can be all the more satisfying because of obstacles surmounted.
It is not a persuasive argument that an evil should continue because it has existed in the past.
You have to be there at the right time and you've got to be equipped.
There is no simplistic approach to worthwhile achievement in human affairs.
Strategic planning for the future is the most hopeful indication of our increasing social intelligence.
