Autry Quotes & Sayings

The power of love and caring can change the world. — James Autry

In fact, even the perception of a resurgence in crime can be enough to paralyze business momentum and destroy the sense of security that a vibrant and progressive city requires. — Alan Autry

You have to bear in mind that Mr. Autry's favorite horse was named Champion. He ain't ever had one called Runner Up. — Gene Mauch

Here comes Santa Claus! Here comes Santa Claus! Right down Santa Claus Lane! — Gene Autry

We must be willing to courageously invest in our city. — Alan Autry

A natural disaster in one American city is a natural disaster in every American city, including Fresno and, for that matter, every city and small town in the San Joaquin Valley, — Alan Autry

It cannot take decades to resurrect, we must act immediately with purpose and enthusiasm to rebuild. — Alan Autry

In fact, there is no business; there are only people. Business exists only *among* people and *for* people.Seems simple enough, and it applies to every aspect of business, but not enough businesspeople seem to get it.Reading the economic forecasts and the indicators and the ratios and the rates for this or that, someone from another planet might actually believe that there really are invisible hands at work in the marketplace. — James Autry

Fresno is an All America city and deserves real, honest, strong leadership and I pledge to the people of Fresno to be that kind of leader. — Alan Autry

Work can provide the opportunity for spiritual and personal, as well as financial, growth. If it doesn't, we're wasting far too much of our lives on it. — James Autry

Poetry gives you permission to feel. — James Autry

You know what comes next, of course. You know I'm writing this at my desk, on a Thursday, and day after tomorrow I'll put on bib overalls, the neighbors thinking what an affectation, and pull weeds for the composter, and dig a place for a late row of greens, most of them going to seed instead of in the pot, and tell myself what the hell, I just want to dig the dirt and watch the stuff grow, an educated fool at last. — James Autry

We can no longer let the threat of an early frost send a chill of fear throughout a large portion of our workforce. Diversification is the only answer. — Alan Autry

A multi-purpose stadium is an absolute must in order to invigorate our downtown and, simultaneously, let the rest of the country witness that we can get things done. — Alan Autry

High tech companies that focus on research, development and production will learn that they can be the perfect complement to our world-renowned agriculture heritage. — Alan Autry

Some fears can be conquered...Others have a way of coming back around. Sometimes at the moment you least expect. Often with the very worst possible timing. Fear makes it hard to think. And when you can't think, it's hard to figure out your choices. When you can't see all your options, all you can do is react.

- Uncle Autry — Ingrid Law

In my old age, it's kind of funny - at night, what I like to do is watch TV when I go to sleep. And what I really like is to put on a Gene Autry film, because he sings really well. So he sings me to sleep. — Phil Everly

I'll continue to work to ensure that safety and I am honored to have earned the endorsement of the men and women who provide public safety in our city. — Alan Autry

There is no business, there are only people. Business exists only among people and for people. — James Autry

I thought I'd gone to heaven, because I grew up watching Roy and Gene Autry. — Lee Majors

There has been much talk referencing what I consider conceptual reports like the Landscape of Choice and documents created as a result of the Great Valley Center. — Alan Autry

Your Mayor must seek new ways to bring jobs and industry to our community. — Alan Autry

Even by the time I was four or five, I had Gene Autry records. — Robert Quine

Leadership demands that we make tough choices. — Alan Autry

Every city across the country that has successfully renewed and revitalized itself points to a robust education system as its fundamental key to success. — Alan Autry

I hope my fans remember my name is Gene Vincent and not Gene Autry. — Gene Vincent

I'll work overtime to open the doors of opportunity to industry and commerce. — Alan Autry

In every situation, you must lead with your real self, because if you're going to be on the leading edge of management, you sometimes must be on the emotional edge as well. — James Autry

While it is true that we must seek value added industries like food processing plants and call center operations, we must do what is necessary to expand and develop our economic profile. — Alan Autry

You'll wake up on Easter morning, And you'll know that he was there, When you find those choc'late bunnies, That he's hiding ev'rywhere. — Gene Autry

Leadership requires the courage to make decisions that will benefit the next generation. — Alan Autry

Nothing is more devastating to a community than out-of-control crime. — Alan Autry

Yes, the life of an adult entails accepting and in some way being responsible for pain. — James A. Autry

I will lobby tirelessly in cooperation with other mayors around the country to insure that federal funding for our recently added police officers continues. — Alan Autry

I support public and private partnerships whenever appropriate in order to achieve our goal of a prosperous and vibrant downtown. — Alan Autry

I do not believe that defending traditional marriage between one man and one woman excludes anybody or usurps anybody's civil rights and denies anybody their civil rights. — Alan Autry

We must do more to protect our neighborhoods and give integrity to our community plans. — Alan Autry

I am convinced that your Mayor must take the leadership role in education too. — Alan Autry

A cowboy never takes unfair advantage - even of an enemy. — Gene Autry

Grantland Rice, the great sportswriter once said, 'It's not whether you win or lose, it's how you play the game.' Well Grantland Rice can go to hell as far as I'm concerned. — Gene Autry

The key to truly rebuilding our central city on a vital and sustainable foundation is people. — Alan Autry

We need innovation in education and dedication to the task before us. — Alan Autry

Gene Autry was a pioneering star in the early days of music, radio, film, television and rodeo performances. I am proud to posthumously honor such an inspiring role model — Adam Schiff

I was 12 when I ordered my first guitar out of the worn and discolored pages of the Sears and Roebuck catalog. The story that I bought it on the installment plan is untrue, the invention of a Hollywood press agent. Local color. I paid cash, $8, money I had saved as a hired hand on my uncle Calvin's farm, baling and stacking hay. Prairie hay, used as feed for the cattle in winter. It was mean work for a wiry boy, but ambition made me strong. — Gene Autry

You don't need a city charter to know that education is the foundation of any community. — Alan Autry

Gene Autry was the most. It may sound like a joke - Go and have a look in my bedroom, It's covered with Gene Autry posters. He was my first musical influence. — Ringo Starr

All of the factors that make up a quality city - safe streets, high paying jobs, strong neighborhoods, etc. - emanate from a strong educational premise. — Alan Autry