War is nothing less than a temporary repeal of the principles of virtue. It is a system out of which almost all the virtues are excluded, and in which nearly all the vices are included. – Robert Hall
In the power of fixing the attention lies the most precious of the intellectual habits. – Robert Hall
In matters of conscience, first thoughts are best. In matters of prudence, last thoughts are best. – Robert Hall
Of all the species of literary composition, perhaps biography is the most delightful. The attention concentrated on one individual gives a unity to the materials of which it is composed, which is wanting in general history. – Robert Hall
I believe the war on terror is the vital discussion of this decade and of our generation, probably. To win the war on terror, you need a good offense and a good defense. On defense, I regret to say, basically, this administration has not come close to doing what is necessary. – Charles Schumer