If people should ever start to do only what is necessary millions would die of hunger. – G. C. (Georg Christoph) Lichtenberg
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The necessary has never been mans top priority. The passionate pursuit of the nonessential and the extravagant is one of the chief traits of human uniqueness. Unlike other forms of life, mans greatest exertions are made in the pursuit not of necessities but of superfluities. – Eric Hoffer
The aggressive, unprovoked acts of violence against Israel by Hezbollah and Hamas are revealing. It is clear they dont want peace, but rather seek the ultimate destruction of Israel. – John Boehner
This President takes his inspiration from the capitals of Europe we look to the cities and small towns of America. This President puts his faith in government. We put our faith in the American people. – Mitt Romney
The U.S. tries to provide immigrants who grow up here with a world-class education and imbue them with the can-do attitude that has long defined American innovation. – Gary Locke