Once the coffers of the federal government are opened to the public, there will be no shutting them again.

What is the use of being elected or re-elected unless you stand for something?

If it takes the entire army and navy to deliver a postal card in Chicago, that card will be delivered.

In calm water every ship has a good captain.

William McKinley has left us a priceless gift in the example of a useful and pure life, in his fidelity to public trusts and in his demonstration of the value of kindly virtues that not only ennoble but lead to success.

It is better to be defeated standing for a high principle than to run by committing subterfuge.

What do you imagine the American people would think of me if I wasted my time going to the ball game?