Quotes by James A. Garfield

James A. Garfield, the 20th President of the United States, was a remarkable figure known for his intellect and dedication to public service. Born on November 19, 1831, in a humble Ohio farmhouse, Garfield rose from poverty to become a Civil War hero, a distinguished congressman, and ultimately, the nation’s leader in 1881. His presidency was tragically cut short by assassination, but his legacy endures through his advocacy for civil rights and education, embodying the American spirit of perseverance and progress.

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"A pound of pluck is worth a ton of luck."

James A. Garfield

"Next in importance to freedom and justice is popular education, without which neither freedom nor justice can be permanently maintained."

James A. Garfield

"Man cannot live by bread alone; he must have peanut butter."

James A. Garfield

"Ideas control the world."

James A. Garfield

"He who controls the money supply of a nation controls the nation."

James A. Garfield

"The truth will set you free, but first it will make you miserable."

James A. Garfield

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