Dont write when you can talk; dont talk when you can nod your head. — Martin Lomasney

"The great mass of people are interested in only three things—food, clothing, and shelter. A politician in a district like mine sees to it that his people get these things."

"Theres got to be in every ward somebody that any bloke can come to—no matter what hes done—and get help. Help, you understand; none of your law and your justice, but help."

"We dont tell em how to vote—we simply suggest."

"Never let anyone get anything on you."