The best way to get a bad law repealed is to enforce it strictly.

There is an important sense in which government is distinctive from administration. One is perpetual, the other is temporary and changeable. A man may be loyal to his government and yet oppose the particular principles and methods of administration.

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.

Destroy your enemy by making him your friend.

We, on our side, are praying to Him to give us victory, because we believe we are right; but those on the other side pray to Him, look for victory, believing they are right. What must He think of us?

I was elected a Captain of Volunteers--a success which gave me more pleasure than any I have had since.

The fiery trials through which we pass will light us down in honor or dishonor to the latest generation.