Some philosophers fail to distinguish propositions from judgements;... But in the real world it is more important that a proposition be interesting than that it be true. The importance of truth is that it adds to interest.

He learned by sight, scent, and hearing. He heard all that was said, and talked over and over the questions heard; wore them slick, greasy, and threadbare. He went to political and other speeches and gatherings; he would hear all sides and opinions, talk them over and discuss them, agreeing or disagreeing. Abe, as I said before, was originally a Democrat after the order of Jackson, so was his father, so we all were. He preached, made speeches, read for us, explained to us, etc.(remarks attributed to Abraham Lincoln's cousin, Dennis Hanks)

William M. Thayer, Life of Linco

I am for a clear distinction between public and private life. I believe private matters should be regulated in private and I have asked those close to me to respect this.

Francois Hollande

I come from a line of self-motivated, determined folk - not grand, not high society, but no-nonsense, family-minded go-getters.

Bear Grylls

Everything want to be loved. Us sing and dance and holler, just trying to be loved.

Alice Walker

In a world in which the total of human knowledge is doubling about every ten years, our security can rest only on our ability to learn.

Nathaniel Branden

It is a bad plan that admits of no modification.

Publilius Syrus

Reason is a whore, the greatest enemy that faith has.

Martin Luther

He who has health, has hope. And he who has hope, has everything.

Arabic Proverb

And pictures of perfection, as you know, make me sick and wicked.

Jane Austen

Do not despair. Do not give up. Look for the sunlight through the clouds.

Gordon B. Hinckley

If you think you can then you can.

Stephen Richards

The best business plans are straightforward documents that spell out the who, what, where, why, and how much...

Paula Nelson