Outside of the Constitution we have no legal authority more than private citizens, and within it we have only so much as that instrument gives us. This broad principle limits all our functions and applies to all subjects.

The goal to strive for is a poor government but a rich people.

I am sworn to uphold the Constitution as Andy Johnson understands it and interprets it.

There are no good laws but such as repeal other laws.

Honest conviction is my courage; the Constitution is my guide.

If the rabble were lopped off at one end and the aristocrat at the other, all would be well with the country.

Outside of the Constitution we have no legal authority more than private citizens, and within it we have only so much as that instrument gives us. This broad principle limits all our functions and applies to all subjects.