"The U. S. Constitution doesn't guarantee happiness,..." - Quote by Benjamin Franklin

“Slavery is such an atrocious debasement of human nature, that its very extirpation, if not performed with solicitous care, may sometimes open a source of serious evils.”

“The next thing most like living one's life over again seems to be a recollection of that life, and to make that recollection as durable as possible by putting it down in writing.”

“Make use of your friends by being of use to them.”

“I sometimes wonder whether all pleasures are not substitutes for joy.”

“There is no record in human history of a happy philosopher: they exist only in romantic legend.”

“All I've got to do today is smile.”

“The US Constitution only guarantees your rights as a citizen, it doesn't guarantee happiness. It may take work, but if you have your rights, happiness is very possible.”

“There is no easy way out. If there were, I would have bought it. And believe me, it would be one of my favorite things!”

“Effort is the key, but direction and loyalty are paramount.”