The right of self-defense never ceases. It is among the most sacred, and alike necessary to nations and to individuals.
A little flattery will support a man through great fatigue.
We must support our rights or lose our character, and with it, perhaps, our liberties.
I have great satisfaction in stating that our relations with France, Russia, and other powers continue on the most friendly basis.
National honor is national property of the highest value.
To impose taxes when the public exigencies require them is an obligation of the most sacred character, especially with a free people.