As the War Office of the United States was established in a time of peace, it is equally reasonable that a Peace Office should be established in a time of War.

The Gates of Hell shall not prevail against it.

I have always considered Christianity as the strong ground of republicanism.

Beer is a wholesome liquor.....it abounds with nourishment

Patriotism is as much a virtue as justice, and is as necessary for the support of societies as natural affection is for the support of families.

I have always considered Christianity as the strong ground of republicanism. The spirit is opposed, not only to the splendor, but even to the very forms of monarchy, and many of its precepts have for their objects republican liberty and equality as well as simplicity, integrity, and economy in government. It is only necessary for republicanism to ally itself to the Christian religion to overturn all the corrupted political and religious institutions of the world.

I anticipate the Day when to command Respect in the remotest Regions it will be sufficient to say I am an American.