There are three wants which never can be satisfied: that of the rich, who wants something more; that of the sick, who wants something different; and that of the traveler, who says, Anywhere but here. – Ralph Waldo Emerson
If all human lives depended upon their usefulness — as might be judged by certain standards — there would be a sudden and terrific mortality in the world. – Gene Tunney
It is humiliating to remain with our hands folded while others write history. It matters little who wins. To make a people great it is necessary to send them to battle even if you have to kick them in the pants. That is what I shall do. – Benito Mussolini