No policy that does not rest upon some philosophical public opinion can be permanently maintained.

Friendship is the start for what you call love.

It behooves us then to humble ourselves before the offended Power to confess our national sins and to pray for clemency and forgiveness.

I do not doubt that our country will finally come through safe and undivided. But do not misunderstand me... I do not rely on the patriotism of our people... the bravery and devotion of the boys in blue... (or) the loyalty and skill of our generals... But the God of our fathers, Who raised up this country to be the refuge and asylum of the oppressed and downtrodden of all nations, will not let it perish now. I may not live to see it... I do not expect to see it, but God will bring us through safe.

He who represents himself has a fool for a client

We trust, sir, that God is on our side. It is more important to know that we are on God's side.

Always remember: Life is for enjoying.