Without security, civilization is cramped and dwarfed. Without security, there can be — Charles Sumner
Can there be in our age any peace that is not honorable, any war that is not dishonorable? — Charles Sumner
I have never known a man who was sensual in his youth, who was high-minded when old. — Charles Sumner
No true and permanent fame can be founded except in labors which promote the happiness of mankind. — Charles Sumner
The true grandeur of humanity is in moral elevation, sustained, enlightened and decorated by the intellect of man. — Charles Sumner