“If it is widely assumed that the new President cannot move forward simply because of a narrow victory, there can easily develop a sense of unease and uncertainty, adversely affecting every sector of American society, our economy and the perception of other nations.”
“Some think that by preparing to deal with crises you make them more likely. I think the wiser judgment is the contrary. In this area at least, if you want peace or stability, it's better to prepare for war or instability.”
| Roger Babson, Educator (1875) |
| Joshua Barney, Soldier (1759) |
| Hanns Eisler, Composer (1898) |
| Pau Gasol, Athlete (1980) |
| Bill Haley, Musician (1925) |
| Curtis Jackson, Musician (1975) |
| Wojciech Jaruzelski, Leader (1923) |
| John Paul Jones, Soldier (1747) |
| Frida Kahlo, Artist (1907) |
| Mickey Kaus, Journalist (1951) |
| Buddy Ebsen, Actor (2003) |
| Janos Kadar, Statesman (1989) |