[In a republic,] it is not the people themselves who make the decisions, but the people they themselves choose to stand in their places.

From several of the Indian tribes inhabiting the country bordering on Lake Erie purchases have been made of lands on conditions very favorable to the United States, and, as it is presumed, not less so to the tribes themselves.

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

If America wants concessions, she must fight for them. We must purchase our power with our blood.

By the last returns to the Department of War the militia force of the several States may be estimated at 800,000 men - infantry, artillery, and cavalry.

National honor is national property of the highest value.

Peace is the best time for improvement and preparation of every kind; it is in peace that our commerce flourishes most, that taxes are most easily paid, and that the revenue is most productive.