Of all knaves the religious knave is the worst.

In expressing briefly my views upon an important subject which has recently agitated the nation..., I fervently hope that the question is at rest and that no sectional or ambitious or fanatical excitement may again threaten the durability of our institutions.

The founders of the Republic dealt with things as they were presented to them, in a spirit of self sacrificing Patriotism and as time has proved, with a comprehensive wisdom which it will always be safe for us to consult

There is nothing left to do but get drunk.

You have summoned me in my weakness. You must sustain me in your strength.

With the Union my best and dearest earthly hopes are entwined.

I find the remark, "Tis distance lends enchantment to the view" is no less true of the political than of the natural world.