We rail at trade, but the historian of the world will see that it was the principle of liberty; that it settled America, and destroyed feudalism, and made peace and keeps peace; that it will abolish slavery. – Ralph Waldo Emerson
Merchants have no country. The mere spot they stand on does not constitute so strong an attachment as that from which they draw their gains. – Thomas Jefferson
The openness of rural Nebraska certainly influenced me. That openness, in a way, fosters the imagination. But growing up, Lincoln wasnt a small town. It was a college town. It had record stores and was a liberal place. – Matthew Sweet
That future depends on the values of self-government, our sense of duty, loyalty, self-confidence and regard for the common good. We are a diverse country, and getting more diverse. And these virtues are what keep this great country together. – Jeff Miller
Were starting to push the envelope in terms of the expectations, and you can also have your own style, personality and sense of humor, because now were allowed to. – Lisa Guerrero
