Happiness is more effectually dispensed to mankind under a republican form of government than any other.

As Mankind becomes more liberal, they will be more apt to allow that all those who conduct themselves as worthy members of the community are equally entitled to the protections of civil government. I hope ever to see America among the foremost nations of justice and liberality.

Like as a wise man in time of peace prepares for war.

Where are our Men of abilities? Why do they not come forth to save their Country?

I cannot conceive a rank more honorable, than that which flows from the uncorrupted choice of a brave and free people, the purest source and original fountain of all power.

Let your Discourse with Men of Business be Short and Comprehensive.

Citizens by birth or choice of a common country, that country has a right to concentrate your affections. The name of American, which belongs to you, in your national capacity, must always exalt the just pride of Patriotism, more than any appellation derived from local discriminations.