It is by bribing, not so often by being bribed, that wicked politicians bring ruin on mankind. Avarice is a rival to the pursuits of many.

It is, generally, in the season of prosperity that men discover their real temper, principles, and designs.

To reach the height of our ambition is like trying to reach the rainbow; as we advance it recedes.

Society can overlook murder, adultery or swindling; it never forgives preaching of a new gospel.

The tyranny of a multitude is a multiplied tyranny.

Who can know her, and himself, and entertain much hope? Who can see and know such a creature, and not love her to distraction? She has all the softness that does not imply weakness... she is not made to be the admiration of everybody, but the happiness of one.

To make us love our country, our country ought to be lovely.