That I am not a member of any Christian Church, is true; but I have never denied the truth of the Scriptures; and I have never spoken with intentional disrepect of religion in general, or of any denomination of Christians in particular.

I take it that it is best for all to leave each man free to acquire property as fast as he can. Some will get wealthy. I dont believe in a law to prevent a man from getting rich; it would do more harm than good.

When you have got a ticket to send, and you're not a top costumer, it's best not to waste your time.

I would rather be assassinated than see a single star removed from the American flag.

Whenever there is a conflict between human rights and property rights, human rights must prevail.

We all declare for liberty, but in using the same word we do not all mean the same thing.

While I am deeply sensible to the high compliment of a re-election; and duly grateful, as I trust, to Almighty God for having directed my countrymen to a right conclusion, as I think, for their own good, it adds nothing to my satisfaction that any other man may be disappointed or pained by the result.