We must always keep our guard up, but always keep our hand out.

Al Smith used to say, 'Let's look at the record.'

This progress has not come at the expense of our other vital responsibilities.

The best way to avoid recessions is to maintain strong and steady forward momentum.

I will treasure it.

For me, it was a passport out of poverty.

Thank you for this.

As long as I am in a position to do so, I will try to contribute what I can to what all of you have envisioned as a most worthwhile and public project.

We are convinced that recessions are not inevitable, and sustained prosperity is our realistic objective.

I think this is a generous thing for you to do, and very thoughtful.

A good offense--a vigorous program for sustaining prosperity--is our best defense against recession.

Almost a million boys and girls drop out of school each year, or they are pushed out by forces beyond their control.

As a tenant farmer's son, I almost didn't get any college education, and I know how much difference a full education makes.

Science and technology have moved so swiftly that advanced education is no longer a luxury just to be enjoyed by the child of the banker, or by the children of fortunate families.

I am happy that it seems to be on the way to a favorable solution.

I like to think sometimes that I still am.

I know the deep interest that each of you have taken.

This Nation deserves and must have a capital city which is in the very front rank in respect for law by its citizens, and in safety for its residents and visitors