Men are like the stars; some generate their own light while others reflect the brilliance they receive.

The force of passion is balanced by the force of interest.

The vote is a trust more delicate than any other, for it involves not just the interests of the voter, but his life, honor and future as well.

One is guilty of all abjection that one does not help to relieve.

A selfish man is a thief.

Only those who spread treachery, fire, and death out of hatred for the prosperity of others are undeserving of pity.

Just as he who gives his life to serve a great idea is admirable, he who avails himself of a great idea to serve his personal hopes of glory and power is abominable, even if he too risks his life.