“Leadership consists of picking good men and helping them do their best.”

“The reason we call ships "she" is that it costs so much to keep one in paint and powder.”

“God grant me the courage not to give up what I think is right even though I think it is hopeless.”

“It is the function of the Navy to carry the war to the enemy so that it is not fought on U.S. soil.”

“It didn't matter what he said. The world is terrifying. It always is. But Cecil reminded her that it was ok to relax in a terrifying world.”

“Your mind will answer most questions if you learn to relax and wait for the answer.”

“Cleaning is my favorite way to relax. I clear things out and get rid of the stuff I don't need. When the food pantry and the refrigerator are organized, I feel less stressed.”

“We sit for a few more moments, although there's really nothing left to say. This is new to me, too, an entire conversation that takes place in silence, because the heart has its own language. I wil...”

“I'm always amazed at anyone's interest in what I have to say.”

“The least one can say of power is that a vocation for it is suspicious.”

“Freedom without the strength to support it and, if need be, defend it, would be a cruel delusion. And the strength to defend freedom can itself only come from widespread industrialisation and the i...”

“RUTH: If you take the glassIll take you.”

“Goals are easily scored with either a skillful strike or a strong one. If you make a strong strike, it's impossible for it to be defended by obstacles in your goal!”