Can it be, that Providence has not connected the permanent felicity of a Nation with its virtue? The experiment, at least, is recommended by every sentiment which ennobles human Nature. Alas! is it rendered impossible by its vices?

The Independence and Liberty you possess are the work of joint councils and joint efforts, of common dangers, sufferings and successes.

It is at all times more easy to make enemies than friends.

A sensible woman can never be happy with a fool.

Providence has done, and I am persuaded is disposed to do, a great deal for us; but we are not to forget the fable of Jupiter and the countryman.

The fundamental principle of our constitution ... enjoins the sense of command, duty that the will of the majority shall prevail.

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.