Ulysses S. Grant

"A good intention is not enough; action must follow."

"I have never believed in the power of money to buy happiness."

"The best victories are those won without great loss of life."

"Character is the foundation of all success."

"I believe that God guides those who do what is right."

"The union is more important than any individual."

"I have learned more from my failures than my successes."

"A leader must be willing to make difficult decisions for the good of all."

"The strength of a nation lies in the character of its people."

"I cannot hate those whom I have fought against."

"The path to peace is paved with justice."

"A man of conviction should never doubt himself."

"We must not lose sight of our principles for temporary gains."

"The greatest power is the power to inspire others."

"I have always believed that the people are the source of all authority."

"Hard work is the only guarantee of success."

"A nation divided cannot fulfill its destiny."

"The future of mankind lies in unity and mutual respect."

"I believe that every man deserves a fair chance to prove his worth."

"The greatest enemy of truth is complacency."

"A wise leader listens to all before deciding."

"The mark of a civilized society is how it treats its weakest members."

"I have never regretted doing what I believed to be right."

"Success comes to those who are prepared to seize opportunity."

"The preservation of the nation is paramount to all other considerations."

"I believe in the power of honest labor to elevate mankind."

"A leader who cannot inspire confidence has already lost."

"The true cost of war is measured in human lives, not in gold."

"I have always held that principle must guide policy."

"The greatest achievements come from the greatest struggles."