The constitution of England is not a paper constitution. It is an aggregate of institutions, many of them founded merely upon prescription, some of them fortified by muniments, but all of them the fruit and experience of an ancient and illustrious people.

Nothing can resist a will which will stake even existence upon its fulfillment.

All must respect those who respect themselves.

To be conscious that you are ignorant of the facts is a great step to knowledge.

Eloquence is the child of knowledge. When a mind is full, like a wholesome river, it is also clear.

With words we govern men.

In politics, nothing is contemptible.