Carl Schurz Quotes
Most popular Carl Schurz Quotes

We have come to a point where it is loyalty to resist, and treason to submit.

Our country, right or wrong. When right, to be kept right; when wrong, to be put right.

The laws of nature are the same everywhere. Whoever violates them must always pay the penalty.

Ideals are like stars. We never reach them but, like the mariners on the sea, we chart our course by them.

Ideals are like the stars. We never reach them but, like the mariners on the sea, we chart our course by them.

From the equality of rights springs identity of our highest interests; you cannot subvert your neighbour's rights without striking a dangerous blow at your own.

Ideals are like stars; you will not succeed in touching them with your hands. But like the seafaring man on the desert of waters, you choose them as your guides, and following them you will reach your destiny.