Adlai E. Stevenson II

Quotes

• “The first principle of a free society is an untrammeled flow of words in an open forum."(Adlai E. Stevenson, 1900-1965, ...”
• “I venture to suggest that patriotism is not a short and frenzied outburst of emotion, but the tranquil and steady dedica...”
• “A hypocrite is the kind of politician who would cut down a redwood tree, then mount the stump and make a speech for cons...”
• “My definition of a free society is a society where it is safe to be unpopular.”
• “It's hard to lead a cavalry charge if you think you look funny on a horse.”
• “In America, anyone can become president. That's one of the risks you take.”
• “In America, anybody can be president.That's one of the risks you take.”
• “I believe in the forgiveness of sin and the redemption of ignorance.”