In wars of the European powers in matters relating to themselves we have never taken any part, nor does it comport with our policy so to do

The movements of a great nation are connected in all their parts. If errors have been committed they ought to be corrected; if the policy is sound it ought to be supported.

A little flattery will support a man through great fatigue.

The best form of government is that which is most likely to prevent the greatest sum of evil.

To impose taxes when the public exigencies require them is an obligation of the most sacred character, especially with a free people.

The payments which have been made into the Treasury show the very productive state of the public revenue.

I have great satisfaction in stating that our relations with France, Russia, and other powers continue on the most friendly basis.