President Snow

"Knowledge is power, but only when kept from the masses."

"Art serves the state, not the artist."

"I have no faith in anything but strategy and control."

"Death is simply the price of defiance."

"Patience is the virtue of those who understand the long game."

"Kindness is weakness disguised as morality."

"Strength is not measured by compassion, but by will."

"Money is merely a tool. Power is what truly matters."

"A healthy state is one that fears nothing but chaos."

"Adventure is a privilege reserved for those of noble birth."

"Imagination in the masses leads to rebellion. Control it."

"My rose garden is a reflection of my civilization: beautiful and controlled."

"Motivation comes from fear of losing what you have."

"Inspiration should flow from the state, not the individual."

"Relationships are tools. Never forget their purpose."

"Solitude allows one to contemplate the perfect world."

"The Games teach children a valuable lesson: the world is merciless."

"War is simply politics by other means."

"I do not hate the Districts. I merely recognize necessity."

"Perseverance is admirable, but only in service to the state."

"Gratitude is owed to those who maintain order."

"Creativity must be channeled, never unleashed."

"Justice is what I declare it to be."

"Science progresses when unconstrained by morality."

"Music can inspire rebellion or devotion. Choose carefully."

"Philosophy is dangerous when it questions authority."

"Literature shapes minds. We must shape literature."

"Work keeps people occupied. Idle hands breed discontent."

"Dreams are where hope germinates. We must control them."

"Humor disarms the masses. Use it as a weapon."