Who can define for us with accuracy the difference between the long and short term! Especially whenever our affairs seem to be in crisis, we are almost compelled to give our first attention to the urgent present rather than to the important future.

The older I get the more wisdom I find in the ancient rule of taking first things first. A process which often reduces the most complex human problem to a manageable proportion.

The media wanted me to speak since morning. But I wanted to speak to Vadodara first. Vadodara has first right on me.

I would give all of my fame for a pot of ale and safety.

I keep a great organiser, I try to keep my priorities in the right place.

It is only common sense to recognize that the great bulk of Americans, whether Republican or Democrat, face many common problems and agree on a number of basic objectives.