We are attempting, by this Constitution, to abolish factions, and to unite all parties for the general welfare.
Alexander HamiltonThe inquiry constantly is what will please, not what will benefit the people. In such a government there can be nothing but temporary expedient, fickleness, and folly.
Alexander HamiltonSafety from external danger is the most powerful director of national conduct. To be more safe, [nations] at length become willing to run the risk of being less free.
Alexander Hamilton