Benjamin Franklin : (9) " Genius without education is like silver in the mine. " - Benjamin Franklin " God helps those who help themselves. " - Benjamin Franklin " The first mistake in public business is the going into it. " - Benjamin Franklin " Trouble springs from idleness, and grievous toil from needless ease. " - Benjamin Franklin " Without freedom of thought, there can be no such thing as wisdom – and no such thing as public liberty without freedom of speech. " - Benjamin Franklin " It is easier to prevent bad habits than to break them. " - Benjamin Franklin " If a man empties his purse into his head, no one can take it from him. " - Benjamin Franklin " The worst wheel of the cart makes the most noise. " - Benjamin Franklin " When the well is dry, they know the worth of water. " - Benjamin Franklin