Quotes about Influence

It does not follow because many books are written by persons born in America that there exists an American literature. Books which imitate or represent the thoughts and life of Europe do not constitute an American literature. Before such can exist, an original idea must animate this nation and fresh currents of life must call into life fresh thoughts along its shores.

Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.

Women have an important contribution to make.

As we let our light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same. As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence actually liberates others.

As we let our light shine, we consciously give other people permission to do the same. As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence actually liberates others.

And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same. As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence actually liberates others.

When a woman rises up in glory, her energy is magnetic and her sense of possibility contagious.

There can be no clearer indication of how undemocratic the way we finance campaigns is than the fact that only one-quarter of 1% donate $200 or more, and only one-tenth of 1% gives $1,000 or more.

No one is truly free, they are a slave to wealth, fortune, the law, or other people restraining them from acting according to their will.

The real measure of our power is the freedom and opportunity we create for others.

A secret combination that seeks to overthrow the freedom of all lands, nations, and countries is increasing in its evil influence and control over America and the entire world.

Among a people generally corrupt, liberty cannot long exist.