Mere precedent is a dangerous source of authority.

The Constitution and the laws are supreme and the Union indissoluble.

Oh, do not cry - be good children and we will all meet in heaven.

From his proceedings in Congress, he appears demented, and his actings and doings inspire my pity more than anger.

You are a den of vipers and thieves. I intend to rout you out, and by the eternal God, I will rout you out.

Freemasonry is an ancient and respectable institution, embracing individuals of every nation, of every religion, and of every condition in life. Wealth, power and talents are not necessary to the person of a Freemason. An unblemished character and a virtuous conduct are the only qualifications for admission into the Order.

Americans are not a perfect people, but we are called to a perfect mission.