I was no party man myself, and the first wish of my heart was, if parties did exist, to reconcile them.

If ever again our nation stumbles upon unfunded paper, it shall surely be like death to our body politic. This country will crash.

The United States enjoy a scene of prosperity and tranquility under the new government that could hardly have been hoped for.

The best means of forming a manly, virtuous, and happy people will be found in the right education of youth. Without this foundation, every other means, in my opinion, must fail.

As a very important source of strength and security, cherish public credit.

Should the States reject this excellent Constitution, the probability is, an opportunity will never again offer to cancel another in peacethe next will be drawn in blood.

True friendship is a plant of slow growth.