“The most classic case of the Peter Principle I've ever seen in American politics. In a business where eloquence and rhetoric is important, he is a man of no talent whatsoever.”
Charlie Cook
“Things went as I expected. I think Roberts's opening statement was eloquent. I've seen him in court. But the question for me is who is he.”
Ted Shaw
“There is a sacredness in tears. They are not the mark of weakness, but of power. They speak more eloquently than ten thousand tongues. They are messengers of overwhelming grief...and unspeakable love.”
Washington Irving
“Action is eloquence.”
William Shakespeare
“Eloquence, at its highest pitch, leaves little room for reason or reflection, but addresses itself entirely to the desires and affections, captivating the willing hearers, and subduing their understanding.”
David Hume
“Continued eloquence is wearisome”
Blaise Pascal
“Often there is eloquence in a silent look”
Latin Proverb