One's god dictates the kind of law one implements and also controls the application and development of that law over time. Given enough time, all non-Christian systems of law self-destruct in a fit of tyranny.

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

When in company, put not your hands to any part of the body, not usually discovered.

It's only natural for unbridled partisanship, unrestrained by allegiance to a greater cause, to lead to chaos.

I dare say the men would fight very well if properly officered, although they are an exceedingly dirty and nasty people.

... the benefit arising from moderate use of strong Liquor have been experienced in all Armies, and are not to be disputed.

I had rather be on my farm than be emperor of the world.