A man should not repudiate the friendship of a woman because it may lead to harm; he should cherish the friendship and beware of the harm.
—Alger.
A man’s reputation is what his friends say about him. His character is what his enemies say about him.
—Unknown.
A slender acquaintance with the world must convince every man that actions, not words, are the true criterion of the attachment of friends, and that the most liberal profession of good will is very far from being the surest mark of it.
—Washington.