“Art is not a treasure in the past or an importation from another land, but part of the present life of all living and creating peoples.”

“Democracy cannot succeed unless those who express their choice are prepared to choose wisely. The real safeguard of democracy, therefore, is education.”

“No group and no government can properly prescribe precisely what should constitute the body of knowledge with which true education is concerned.”

“One thing is sure. We have to do something. We have to do the best we know how at the moment... If it doesn't turn out right, we can modify it as we go along.”

“Prosperous farmers mean more employment, more prosperity for the workers and the business men of every industrial area in the whole country.”

“The overwhelming majority of Americans are possessed of two great qualities a sense of humor and a sense of proportion.”

“If civilization is to survive, we must cultivate the science of human relationships - the ability of all peoples, of all kinds, to live together, in the same world at peace.”

“Happiness lies in the joy of achievement and the thrill of creative effort.”

“If I went to work in a factory the first thing I'd do is join a union.”