But what has America to boast? What are the graces or the virtues which distinguish its inhabitants? What are their triumphs in war, or their inventions in peace?
“Every life is narrow. Our only escape is not to run away, but to learn to love the people we are and the world in which we find ourselves.”
“Obviously I wouldn't have said that three or four years ago in the midst of it. But I really believe that. It's been a marvelous and important experience.”