There is more selfishness and less principle among members of Congress than I had any conception of, before I became President of the U.S.

There is more selfishness and less principle among members of Congress than I had any conception of, before I became President of the U.S.

Peace, plenty, and contentment reign throughout our borders, and our beloved country presents a sublime moral spectacle to the world.

I cannot, whilst President of the United States, descend to enter into a newspaper controversy.

All distinctions of birth or of rank have been abolished. All citizens, whether native or adopted, are placed upon terms of precise equality. All are entitled to equal rights and equal protection.

Foreign powers do not seem to appreciate the true character of our government.

The Presidency is not a bed of roses.