5 Quotes & Sayings By Ben Nelson

Ben Nelson is one of the most respected and influential leaders in the world of business. He is the fourth CEO of the Foundation, which was founded by his father, Dr. Napoleon Hill, in 1967. Ben is also the founder of Norfolk Southern Corporation (NSC) which he initially founded in 1979 Read more

The stock was split-off from NSC in 1999, creating Norfolk Southern Corporation (NS). NS is the fifth largest railroad in the United States. Since its inception, NS has posted a compound annual growth rate of 21%.

NS transports over 11 million tons of freight each year on 4,300 miles of rail. NS serves more than 100 locations throughout 30 states. Over 70 years old, NS operates an asset base valued at over $26 billion.

A graduate of Michigan State University, Ben earned his MBA from Yale University where he was inducted into the school's prestigious Society of Fellows.

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We can take full comfort in realizing the continuing strength of our nation. America's lands remain radiantly rich with diversity, and freedom still reigns. Ben Nelson
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I certainly want campaign finance reform. I just wish this would do it in a way that would stand up to a constitutional challenge. Ben Nelson
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We cannot erase what has been done. We can apologize for it. We can express our outrage. We can say to the American people and to the people of the world, this is not our way and we do not condone it, but we cannot change it and we cannot erase it. Ben Nelson
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What does it mean to be an American? While each of us may have our own specific answer to that question, we likely can agree on the basic principles of America: freedom, equal opportunity, and rights accompanied by responsibilities. Ben Nelson