Principles Quotes

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Art is based on very clear, mathematical principles like proportion and harmony. At the same time, physicists need to be inventive, to have ideas, to… — Fabiola Gianotti
Like in nature, I like things which are based on a few simple principles, even though their manifestation can be very rich. — Fabiola Gianotti
I was not so committed to financial success that I was willing to abandon my principles and priorities. One of the most visible examples of… — S. Truett Cathy
It may seem a strange principle to enunciate as the very first requirement in a hospital that it should do the sick no harm. — Florence Nightingale
Sir, I wish to understand the true principles of the Government. I wish them carried out. I ask nothing more. — William Henry Harrison
When you say you agree to a thing in principle you mean that you have not the slightest intention of carrying it out in practice. — Otto von Bismarck
Olympism is a philosophy which, by blending sport with culture, seeks to create a way of life based on the joy found in effort, the… — Juan Antonio Samaranch
A man is usually more careful of his money than of his principles. — Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr.
What does it mean to be an American? While each of us may have our own specific answer to that question, we likely can agree… — Ben Nelson
A renewed commitment to the freedom and opportunity of our people is the touchstone of our time. In this new century, where tests are many… — Bill Owens
We shall all respect the principles of each other and do nothing that would be regarded as an act of oppression to any portion of… — Alexander Mackenzie
The principles we live by, in business and in social life, are the most important part of happiness. — Harry Harrison
Will you, my countrymen, the descendants of these men, warmed by their blood, inheriting their language, and having the principles for which they struggled confided… — Joseph Howe
Freedom. And Justice. If you have those two, it covers everything. You must stick to those principles and have the courage of your convictions. — Ian Smith
The fate of every democracy, of every government based on the sovereignty of the people, depends on the choices it makes between these opposite principles,… — John Acton
We would fight not for the political future of a distant city, rather for principles whose destruction would ruin the possibility of peace and security… — Neville Chamberlain
The task of a priest, in some respects, may be different today, but the principles upon which Herbert built his life as a priest are… — Arthur Middleton
Rotary provides training at all levels so that those who have been selected for leadership positions have the opportunity to learn and apply leadership principles… — Ron D. Burton
After a long, impartial enquiry of the truth, and after much and earnest calling upon God, to give unto me the spirit and revelation in… — John Biddle
In vain shall Great Britain confer upon her colonies the free government and liberal principles of legislation, for which she is distinguished, if she do… — John Strachan

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