Charles Edison

Economics, politics, and personalities are often inseparable.

In physics, to be in two places at the same time would be a miracle; in politics it seems not merely normal, but natural.

I want to make this perfectly clear: you can be sure that I will never be a yes-man except to my own conscience.

I think that in any group activity - whether it be business, sports, or family - there has to be leadership or it won't be successful.

I think it's obvious that democracy is something that is contagious, and it always has been.

We have to honor our commitments to today's beneficiaries, but we can't solve the growing deficit and debt problems unless we are smart, courageous, and sensible in planning for future.