"It is my happy privilege to be able to stand here and tell you that if you elect me you will have elected a governor who has made no promises of preferment to any man or group"
- Charles Edison
About this Quote
This quote by Charles Edison is a pledge to the people that if they choose him as governor, he will not make any promises of special treatment or prefers to any private or group. He is stressing his commitment to fairness and impartiality in his governance. He is likewise expressing his appreciation for the chance to serve the people and to be able to make this pledge to them. This quote shows that Edison is a man of integrity and is willing to put the requirements of individuals initially. He is positive that he can be a governor who will serve the people with fairness and impartiality. He is likewise expressing his appreciation for the trust that individuals have actually placed in him. This quote is a testament to Edison's commitment to serve the people with honesty and integrity.
"I was married to Margaret Joan Howe in 1940. Although not a scientist herself she has contributed more to my work than anyone else by providing a peaceful and happy home"
"Try to be happy in this present moment, and put not off being so to a time to come, as though that time should be of another make from this which has already come and is ours"