“My fellow Americans, ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country.”

The only reason to give a speech is to change the world.

Justice delayed is democracy denied.

Peace is a daily, a weekly, a monthly process, gradually changing opinions, slowly eroding old barriers, quietly building new structures.

The ignorance of one voter in a democracy impairs the security of all.

It is insane that two men, sitting on opposite sides of the world, should be able to decide to bring an end to civilization.

Those who do nothing are inviting shame as well as violence. Those who act boldly are recognizing right as well as reality.

Our most basic common link is that we all inhabit this planet. We all breathe the same air. We all cherish our children’s future. And we are all mortal.

We need people who can dream of things that never were.

It is an unfortunate fact that we can secure peace only by preparing for war.

Democracy may not be perfect, but at least I don’t have to build a wall to keep my people in.

Every accomplishment starts with the decision to try.

Peace need not be impracticable, and war need not be inevitable.

One person can make a difference, and everyone should try.

Great crises produce great men, and great deeds of courage.

We stand for freedom. That is our conviction for ourselves; that is our only commitment to others.

The one unchangeable certainty is that nothing is unchangeable or certain.

I don’t want a Black History Month. Black history is American history.

In conclusion, it appears that nothing can be more improving to a young naturalist, than a journey in distant countries.

The American people want to believe that we have a justice department that is committed to justice.

I was raised to believe that New England is the best place on the planet.

Regardless of who you are, I believe that everybody in this country is entitled to justice.

If we love our country, we should also love our countrymen.

Where are our Men of abilities? Why do they not come forth to save their Country?

We the people will not be silenced, we the people will not be bullied, we the people will not surrender.