..if the Northern states refuse, willfully and deliberately, to carry into effect that part of the Constitution which respects the restoration of fugitive slaves, and Congress provide no remedy, the South would no longer be bound to observe the compact. A bargain can not be broken on one side, and still bind the other side.
Daniel WebsterLiberty exists in proportion to wholesome restraint; the more restraint on others to keep off from us, the more liberty we have.
Daniel WebsterThe most important thought that ever occupied my mind is that of my individual responsibility to God.
Daniel WebsterIf we abide by the principles taught by the Bible, our country will go on prospering.
Daniel WebsterNothing is more deceptive or more dangerous than the pretence of a desire to simplify government. The simplest governments are despotisms; the next simplest, limited monarchies; but all republics, all governments of law, must impose numerous limitations and qualifications of authority, and give many positive and many qualified rights.
Daniel Webster