Abraham Lincoln – the spirit incarnate of those who won victory in the Civil War – was the true representative of this people, not only for his own generation, but for all time, because he was a man among men. – Theodore Roosevelt
Old age is like everything else. To make a success of it, youve got to start young. – Theodore Roosevelt
The reactionary is always willing to take a progressive attitude on any issue that is dead. – Theodore Roosevelt
Obedience of the law is demanded; not asked as a favor. – Theodore Roosevelt
Discourage litigation. Persuade your neighbors to compromise whenever you can. Point out to them how the nominal winner is often a real loser – in fees, expenses, and waste of time. As a peacemaker the lawyer has a superior opportunity of being a good man. There will still be business enough. – Abraham Lincoln