1857-1930, US statesman and 27th president
Next to the right of liberty, the right of property is the most important individual right guaranteed by the Constitution and the one which, united with that of personal liberty, has contributed more to the growth of civilization than any other institution established by the human race.
William Howard Taft – [Property]
Politics, when I am in it, it makes me sick.
William Howard Taft – [Politicians and Politics]
Socialism proposes no adequate substitute for the motive of enlightened selfishness that to-day is at the basis of all human labor and effort, enterprise and new activity.
William Howard Taft – [Socializing and Socialism]
The trouble with me is that I like to talk too much.
William Howard Taft – [Speakers and Speaking]